Director of Planning and Sustainability

Under the administrative direction of the Chief of Planning and Engineering, the Director of Planning and Sustainability (P&S) is responsible for advancing the California High-Speed Rail Authority’s (Authority) implementation of the high-speed rail (HSR) program through the development and oversight of all Authority policies and procedures pertaining to planning and sustainability. The incumbent is also responsible for ensuring compliance to all state and federal laws, statutes, and Authority policies and procedures. The Director of P&S ensures contractors fulfill strategic and contractual obligations to the Authority for the successful delivery of the HSR project on schedule and within budget. The incumbent will work closely and collaboratively with the Legislative Affairs Office, External Affairs and Communications Office, and Statewide Regional Office to assist in the implementation of various program functions.