Project Manager - Railroad Track Design

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Project Manager - Railroad Track Design

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.

Location

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 #LI-MM1

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The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in accordance with the State of Illinois Pay Transparency Act, Illinois Pay Transparency Law. 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, 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.

Illinois Pay Range $110,000—$160,000 USD

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Professional Development

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

Retirement Benefits

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%)

Work / Life Balance

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

Employee Engagement

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.

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