Civil Engineering Project Manager - Rail Services

Key responsibilities of this role will include

• Serving as a Project Manager for rail-focused projects, providing leadership from project initiation through delivery.
• Managing project scope, budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure successful outcomes.
• Coordinating and communicating with clients to understand project goals, requirements, and expectations.
• Leading project teams and delegating work to project staff.
• Providing technical oversight and guidance related to rail design, analysis, and construction considerations.
• Taking a lead role in project planning, design, and implementation.
• Mentoring junior engineers and supporting the professional development of staff.
• Preparing and reviewing project scopes, fee proposals, schedules, and work plans.
• Reviewing complete project documents, ensuring quality and compliance with relevant codes, standards, and regulations.
• Serving as a technical resource and advisor for rail-related initiatives.

Qualifications for this role

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in rail engineering, rail infrastructure, or transportation-related project management.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred, but not required.
• Experience managing complex projects for rail owners, public agencies, or industrial clients.
• Experience managing projects with CSX, Norfolk Southern, and/or Union Pacific is highly desired.
• Strong understanding of rail design principles, construction practices, and applicable regulations (e.g., FRA, AREMA, or similar).
• Demonstrated ability to lead project teams, manage multiple projects, and drive projects to successful completion.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of accountability, professionalism, and commitment to quality.

What we offer

• Health & Wellness: medical, dental, vision, disability, and basic life insurance w/ option for additional voluntary life insurance
• Work/Life Balance: vacation, holidays, sick leave, maternity/paternity leave, flexible scheduling & telecommuting opportunities
• Wealth-Building: 401k w/ company match, student loan repayment benefit, ESOP, competitive compensation package
• Professional Benefits: professional membership dues, career & educational development