Senior Railroad Construction Manager

GFT • Los Angeles, CA

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

GFT is seeking a Senior Railroad Construction Manager to join its Construction Services group. The position oversees construction work on railroad projects, helping ensure that procedures and materials comply with plans and specifications and that projects meet safety, quality, schedule, and budget expectations. Work includes quality-control inspections and documentation, material-testing oversight, construction cost tracking and estimates, and coordination among project stakeholders. The role requires travel 90% of the time.

The successful candidate will research plans, specifications, material-testing procedures, and local agency requirements; maintain project documentation and records; visit project sites to inspect and document field work; prepare technical reports; observe construction work and contractor operations; track daily activities and compare progress reports; and monitor construction safety practices and work methods for compliance.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; the posting specifies a minimum high school diploma.
• 15 or more years of general construction experience.
• Ability to travel 90% of the time.
• Experience in railroad and highway construction.
• Valid driver's license.
• Successful completion of a background check and drug screening.
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications such as Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with construction management software such as Procore and HeadLight.
• A degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and oversee construction work to confirm procedures and materials comply with plans and specifications.
• Perform quality-control inspections and documentation on railroad projects.
• Oversee material testing.
• Track construction costs and prepare estimates.
• Coordinate among construction project stakeholders.
• 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 construction work and contractor operations.
• Maintain a daily log of construction and inspection activities and compare progress reports.
• Monitor construction safety practices and work methods for compliance.

Benefits

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including wellness programs and parental leave.
• Pet insurance.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Professional development, including access to internal and external training programs and support for participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED