Railroad Public Projects Manager – Real Estate & Contracts

Benesch•Roseville, CA

4d•$38 - $46•Hybrid

About The Position

Benesch is in search of a highly motivated, detail-oriented Real Estate Public Projects Manager to support and manage public and private projects. This role blends real estate contract management with railroad operations, focusing on compliance, risk mitigation, and project execution. The ideal candidate will have 3 or more years of experience in real estate or contract management, preferably within the transportation or infrastructure sector. A strong understanding of agreements, public-private partnerships, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations is essential. Proficiency in contract management software and knowledge of railroad operations are highly desirable. This position can be based out of either our Omaha, NE or Roseville, CA office. Our team follows a hybrid work schedule and values a collaborative atmosphere when in the office. 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 on designing and maintaining active rail systems uniquely equips our team to develop innovative solutions to a wide variety of rail projects.

Requirements

HS Diploma required.
3+ years of experience in real estate, public infrastructure, or contract management.
Strong knowledge of real estate documents, public infrastructure agreements, or railroad contracts.
Familiarity with regulations and procedures for public-private transportation projects.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and follow-through.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of contract management tools is a plus.
Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in business, Real Estate, Public Administration, or a related field preferred.
Map interpretation, document research, and database fluency preferred.

Responsibilities

Support Benesch’s Railroad team by managing day-to-day real estate and track agreements, including public projects and industrial track portfolios
Draft, review, and process engineering agreements, lease and license agreements, service letters, and supplemental documents
Assist with the development of engineering agreements, supplemental agreements, master agreements and other related documents
Ensure all agreements meet railroad authority requirements and comply with applicable regulations
Coordinate with clients, municipalities, railroads, legal teams, and internal project managers to move agreements forward
Identify active tracks without current agreements and work with internal teams to close documentation gaps
Research track ownership, usage, and maintenance responsibilities to support contract accuracy and risk reduction
Maintain detailed records of all active and historic agreements using systems like and Benesch’s internal platforms
Ensure consistency and accuracy of data across agreements, billing, and internal reporting systems
Prepare and issue standard invoices, follow up on unpaid rents, and ensure billing aligns with contract terms
Assist with budget tracking and revenue forecasting tied to track leases and public project agreements