Contractor In Charge (CIC)

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS)•Port Saint Lucie, FL

17h•Onsite

About The Position

National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is seeking a Contractor in Charge (CIC) responsible for overseeing construction, maintenance, and safety compliance for freight railroads, transit systems, state DOTs, and rail industry partners. This essential role is responsible for ensuring all work within railroad rights-of-way is performed safely and in compliance with regulations.

Requirements

Strong computer, communication, and organizational skills
Communicates effectively in both verbal and written formats
Ability for long-term travel assignments, including multi-month deployments
Valid Driver's License
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Minimum of 2 years' experience in a railroad company preferably in the maintenance of way or TY&E departments
Successfully completes all required federal, client, and company-specific training

Responsibilities

Overseeing worksite safety and providing flagging services as needed in place of railroad personnel
Conducting job briefings and ensuring full compliance with Federal Railroad (FRA) regulations (49 CFR 214) during work performed within arm's length of the track
Monitoring track conditions, approaching trains, and work activities to ensure personnel remain safely clear of active tracks and equipment
Communicating with train dispatchers, engineers, and supervisors via radio, phone, or electronic systems to coordinate train movements and grant permissions within established working limits
Documenting all activities, including job briefings, incident reports, daily work logs, and electronic forms for submission to management and regulatory agencies
Enforcing all Railroad, State, and Federal Policies