Railroad Public Project Manager - Midwest
Railroad Public Project Manager - Midwest
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Job Description
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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 remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team youll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and likewise contribute your expertise when you have something to share.
At Benesch we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they dont meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you dont be so hard on yourselfapply for the job!
Public Project Manager Midwestern States
We are seeking a highly motivated Public Project Manager based in the Midwest to join our Railroad team. As a Public Project Manager you will work under the guidance of the Group Manager and collaborate with other Project Managers to oversee and manage railroad infrastructure projects. This mid-level management position offers excellent opportunities for professional growth and project management training within the dynamic railroad industry.
Beneschs Railroad Division is made up of highly skilled rail professionals many of whom are former employees of operating railroads. This firsthand experience working to design and maintain active rail systems uniquely equips our team to develop innovative solutions to a wide variety of rail projects. If you are a motivated and experienced professional seeking an exciting opportunity to grow your career in the railroad industry we encourage you to apply.
Location
While this position offers remote work candidates must be based in Oklahoma Kansas Illinois Tennessee Arkansas Iowa or Missouri due to traveling requirements to project sites.
The Impact You Will Have
- Supervise and lead project staff ensuring their effective performance.
- Execute project work plans in collaboration with the Group Manager.
- Monitor project budget scope and schedule estimates.
- Research and develop unit costs to estimate extra work.
- Analyze accounting reports and provide performance updates.
- Coordinate survey requirements with the Surveyor.
- Oversee day-to-day operations and maintain up-to-date records.
- Prepare and review project correspondence and reports.
- Schedule and conduct project meetings with staff.
- 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.
- Follow up with clients on invoice collection.
- Ensure compliance with quality guidelines and procedures.
- Track and share lessons learned.
- Perform project close-out and staff evaluations.
- Manage onsite vehicle and equipment allocation.
What We Are Looking For
- High School diploma required AAS or BS preferred.
- At least 3 years of experience owning project assignments within multiple states and successfully progressing projects through the preliminary engineering phase into the construction phase.
- Strong knowledge and understanding of civil engineering or railroad infrastructure projects preferred.
- Excellent project management skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Proficient in collaborating with local and state agency project sponsors.
- Solid communication and interpersonal skills to effectively work with a diverse team.
- Valid drivers license required. #LI-VM1
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.
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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. Click here to learn more about some of the benefits of working at Benesch!
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.
If you are based in California we encourage you to read this important information for California residents linked here.
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.
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We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is found.
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Employment Type
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