Public Projects Manager

Summary

Join our dynamic Railroad team as a Public Project Manager, supporting projects across the Western U.S., with a focus on California and Arizona. As a mid-level management position, you will work under the guidance of the Group Manager and collaborate with other Project Managers to oversee and manage railroad public projects.

Requirements

• Excellent written and oral communication, interpersonal skills, and aptitude with MS Office, PDF, and other productivity software
• Excellent project management skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• BS in Civil Engineering preferred, any engineering degree required
• Leadership skills and ability to take ownership of assigned projects

Responsibilities

• Provide railroad project management services and work with various local and state government agency project sponsors
• Review and handle initial project requests from local and state government agencies, citizens, consultants, and developers that may impact railroad property/right of way
• Report and communicate with the owning railroad’s managers and manage cost-effective coordination
• Review project work plans in collaboration with team members with other areas of expertise and Agency designers
• Manage project updates, implementation of new processes, and continued maintenance of project databases
• Monitor project budget, scope, and schedule estimates
• Coordinate inspection and construction monitoring requirements with the field personnel
• Perform project reporting and other project file-related practices
• Travel to various railroad site locations as needed/desired. (90% office, 10% travel)
• Oversee day-to-day operations and maintain up-to-date records
• Prepare and review project correspondence and reports
• Schedule and conduct project meetings with internal and external project stakeholders
• Establish and maintain positive client relationships
• Coordinate work with sub-consultants and assist with agreements
• Assist in contract negotiations and conflict resolution
• Complete necessary project initiation and compliance forms
• Verify invoices and prepare contract compliance support
• Ensure compliance with quality guidelines and procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong preference for geographic location in California or Arizona, but not required. This position can be Remote / Work-From-Home unless geographically located near a Benesch office, then-candidate can choose office, remote or a hybrid work plan
• Experience leading projects within multiple states and successfully progressing projects through the preliminary engineering phase into the construction phase
• Strong knowledge and understanding of railroad and highway infrastructure projects preferred
• Knowledge of DOT project management processes, phasing, regulatory rules, and preferred

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off
• Remote work, flexible hours
• Life and disability insurance
• Bonuses and incentives
• Professional development opportunities
• Wellness programs
• Family and parental leave