Construction Manager, Railroad
About The Position
GFT is seeking a Railroad Construction Manager to join its Construction Services group in Los Angeles, California. The role involves inspecting and overseeing construction work on railroad projects to ensure procedures and materials comply with plans and specifications. Responsibilities include quality control inspection and documentation, oversight of material testing, construction cost tracking and estimates, and coordination among construction project stakeholders. The position requires 90% travel and includes visits to project sites to inspect and document field work. The successful candidate will maintain construction safety practices and work methods in compliance with requirements.
Requirements
- Minimum high school diploma.
- At least 5 years of general construction experience.
- Ability to travel 90% of the time.
- Valid driver's license.
- Successful completion of a background check and drug screening.
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in highway or railroad construction.
- Proficiency with construction management software such as Procore and HeadLight.
- A degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering.
Responsibilities
- Research plans, specifications, material testing procedures, and local agency requirements.
- Prepare and maintain daily and periodic project documentation and records.
- Visit project sites to inspect and document field work performed.
- Prepare technical reports.
- Observe and inspect construction work and contractor operations.
- Maintain daily logs of construction and inspection activities and compare them with progress reports.
- Maintain construction safety practices and work methods for compliance.
- Perform quality control inspection and documentation on railroad projects.
- Oversee material testing.
- Track construction costs and prepare estimates.
- Coordinate between construction project stakeholders.
Benefits
- Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Wellness programs.
- Parental leave.
- Pet insurance.
- Medical insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Disability insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
- Competitive paid-time-off accrual.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Professional development and access to internal and external training programs.
- Support for active participation in professional organizations.
- Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
