Project Manager - Railroad Track Design

Overview

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 respond to client needs while offering exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have access to resources when you need them and share your expertise when you have something to contribute.

We are committed to an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be hard on yourself—apply for the job!

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. You will manage rail projects locally and across the country, handling all phases of phase 1 and 2 design work.

As a seller/doer, you will 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 experience equips our team to develop innovative solutions for a wide variety of rail projects.

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

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

• 8+ years of experience in design and/or planning Railroad projects.
• B.S. in Civil Engineering and a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.).
• Experience using Micro Station and InRoads, preferably with Open Roads Designer.
• Knowledge of related project elements such as Big Data Processing, GIS/ERSI, Drainage Design, Stormwater Permitting, and Site Utility (Sewer, Water, Natural Gas, etc.).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a desire to work closely with clients and stakeholders outside of technical engineering teams.
• Desire to work on large multi-disciplinary rail projects requiring creative thinking and innovative problem-solving.
• Willingness to occasionally travel out of town to meet project demands. #LI-MM1

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The expected compensation range is displayed in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws. The final compensation is based on factors including education, qualifications, prior work experience, and geographic location. The total annual package consists of base salary, overtime, and bonuses. Our benefits package is designed to take care of our employees and is compliant with applicable paid leave laws. Benesch offers a comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental, and vision;

company-paid life insurance; short- and long-term disability; a 401(k) plan with profit-sharing contributions; and wellness programs.

Professional Development

• Management and leadership development opportunities at all levels, including executive coaching for Team Leaders, Group Managers, Division Managers, and…