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Project Manager - Railroad Track Design

Project Manager - Railroad Track Design

BeneschOmaha, NE, US
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Project Manager Railroad Track Design

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 are looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our Railroad Engineering team, overseeing track design services. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in rail design and a proven ability to lead design teams and engage with clients. In this role, you will manage rail projects both locally and across the country, handling all phases of phase 1 and 2 design work. As a seller / doer, you'll be responsible for resource planning, client engagement, business development, and preparing proposals.

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.

This position offers a hybrid work schedule in the following locations host a Railroad-Track team and focus on Railroad-Track business development : Omaha, NE; Milwaukee, WI; Chicago, IL; Naperville, IL; Charlotte, NC; and Raleigh, NC. For those with the requisite experience, the flexibility to work from any of our Benesch locations is available.

The impact you will have :

  • Lead and manage rail projects from planning through design into construction.
  • Develop the project scope, budget, and schedule and lead client contract negotiations.
  • Work with and guide technical engineering staff ranging from junior to senior level.
  • Assist and execute technical tasks, including developing technical reports, designs, specifications, and project-related presentations.
  • Work closely with other project managers and group leads within the Rail Division to plan resources and manage internal workshare.
  • Assist and lead in developing client capture plans and pursuing win plans, proposals, and other business development and client engagement activities.
  • Meet with the client and public stakeholders and perform site visits in the field as necessary.

What we are looking for :

  • 8+ years' experience in design and / or planning Railroad projects.
  • B.S. in Civil Engineering degree and are a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E)
  • Experience using MicroStation and Inroads, preferably with Open Roads Designer.
  • Demonstrated knowledge in other related project elements, such as Big Data Processing, GIS / ERSI, Drainage Design, Stormwater Permitting, and / or Site Utility (Sewer, Water, Natural Gas, etc.)
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and desire to work closely with clients and stakeholders outside of technical engineering teams.
  • Desire to work on large multi-disciplinary rail projects that require creative thinking and innovative problem-solving skills.
  • Willingness to occasionally travel out-of-town to meet project demands

    • The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in accordance with the State of Illinois Pay Transparency Act. The final agreed-upon compensation is based on numerous factors, including but not limited to individual education, qualifications, prior work experience, and geographic location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary, overtime, and bonuses.

    Our benefits package is designed to take care of our employees and is compliant with the State of Illinois Paid Leave Act. Benesch offers a generous paid time benefits plan that increases throughout your career plus several paid holidays. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision benefits. We also include company-paid life insurance, short term, and long-term disability plans. Benesch offers a 401K plan and profit-sharing contributions to the 401K plan. From insurance and retirement plan to our wellness programs, we provide employee benefits that meet your wants and needs.

    110,000$160,000 USD

    Explore the benefits of working at Benesch!

    At Benesch, we prioritize the health and wellness of our employees, understanding that their well-being is crucial for both personal and professional success. We offer a range of benefits for eligible employees, including insurance, retirement plans, and wellness programs. Our Total Rewards package is designed to support a healthy lifestyle and can be customized to meet the needs of our employees and their families.

  • Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels, including executive coaching and leadership development for Team Leaders, Group Managers, Division Managers, and Executive Leaders
  • Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses
  • Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical team meetings, knowledge-sharing training sessions
  • Personalized training and career development plans with your manager
  • Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses / certifications
  • Support for active participation in professional organizations to foster leadership and community engagement
  • Access to valuable retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge
  • Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit-sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan, regardless of your own contributions & 80% match on your contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%)
  • Flexible work schedules and hours, including work-from-home options (dependent on the role)
  • Generous Paid Time Benefits (PTB) that increase with your career
  • Immediate use of annual PTB; no accrual needed with the ability to bundle time-off plans for extended vacations or life events
  • Ten days of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement
  • At Benesch, we encourage our team members to extend their impact beyond their core responsibilities. Join our employee resource groups and committees to enhance your work-life balance and contribute to our community-focused initiatives. We support a variety of programs including community service, student scholarships, and matching gift opportunities, reflecting our commitment to a vibrant and diverse workplace.

    • Benesch is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants in all protected groups, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

    We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.

    Benesch is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with a physical disability or other impairment.

    Recruiters or staffing agencies : Benesch is not obligated to compensate any external recruiter or search firm who presents a candidate, their resume, or profile to a Benesch employee without a recent, current, and fully executed agreement on file.

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