Benesch - Railroad Public Projects Manager
Requirements
• Excellent written and oral communication, interpersonal skills, and aptitude with MS Office, PDF, and other productivity software. • Excellent project management skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. • BS in Civil Engineering is preferred, any engineering degree is required. • Leadership skills and ability to take ownership of assigned projects. • Strong preference for geographic location in the Midwestern States. This position can be Remote / Work-From-Home unless geographically located near a Benesch office, then-candidate can choose office, remote or a hybrid work plan • Experience leading projects within multiple states and successfully progressing projects through the preliminary engineering phase into the construction phase. • Strong knowledge and understanding of railroad and highway infrastructure projects preferred. • Knowledge of DOT project management processes, phasing, regulatory rules, and preferred. • Proficient in collaborating with local and state agency project sponsors.
Responsibilities
• Provide railroad project management services and work with various local and state government agency project sponsors. • Review and handle initial project requests from local and state government agencies, citizens, consultants, and developers that may impact railroad property/right of way. • Report and communicate with the owning railroad’s managers and manage cost-effective coordination. • Review project work plans in collaboration with team members with other areas of expertise and Agency designers. • Manage project updates, implementation of new processes, and continued maintenance of project databases. • Monitor project budget, scope, and schedule estimates. • Coordinate inspection and construction monitoring requirements with the field personnel. • Perform project reporting and other project file-related practices. • Travel to various railroad site locations as needed/desired. (90% office, 10% travel) • Oversee day-to-day operations and maintain up-to-date records. • Prepare and review project correspondence and reports. • Schedule and conduct project meetings with internal and external project stakeholders. • Establish and maintain positive client relationships. • Coordinate work with sub-consultants and assist with agreements. • Assist in contract negotiations and conflict resolution. • Complete necessary project initiation and compliance forms. • Verify invoices and prepare contract compliance support. • Ensure compliance with quality guidelines and procedures.
Benefits
• It’s simple. We invest in our people, not just our projects. • Career growth that’s real with leadership development, training, and clear paths forward • Strong financial future with up to 9% retirement contribution for benefit-eligible employees • Flexibility that works with schedules that support your life • Time to recharge with generous paid time off and parental leave for benefit-eligible employees • Support beyond work through mentorship, hands-on experience, and opportunities to make an impact from day one • Whether you’re starting your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll have the support and exposure to grow here. • Explore our full benefits here: Click here • Equal Opportunity & Accessibility
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