Railroad Public Projects Manager Civil/Structural (Midwest)

Benesch-posted 10 months ago
Mid Level
Remote • Belleville, IL
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Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country - creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference. We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you'll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share. We are looking for a highly motivated Public Project Manager to join our Railroad team, supporting projects across the Midwest U.S. This mid-level management position offers excellent opportunities for professional growth and project management training within the dynamic railroad industry. Benesch's Railroad Division is made up of highly skilled rail professionals, many of whom are former employees of operating railroads. This firsthand experience working to design and maintain active rail systems uniquely equips our team to develop innovative solutions for a wide variety of rail projects.

  • 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.
  • 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 preferred, any engineering degree required.
  • Leadership skills and ability to take ownership of assigned projects.
  • 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.
  • Strong preference for geographic location in California or Arizona, but not required.
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