Construction Manager – Rail Infrastructure

EPMA, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

EPMA, Inc. is seeking a Construction Manager – Rail Infrastructure to lead field execution on capital rail construction projects across South Texas.

This hands-on leadership role requires coordinating track installation, civil site work, and heavy civil activities on site in Victoria, TX, with occasional work in Hockley, TX. The ideal candidate will manage budgets, schedules, safety, and client expectations, working closely with subcontractors and internal teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction management in rail/heavy civil.
• Proven rail track construction or rail maintenance project experience.
• Ability to manage budgets, schedules, and change orders.
• Knowledge of rail construction methods, civil installation, and infrastructure development.
• FRA experience preferred; OSHA knowledge is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the field execution of rail infrastructure and track construction projects from mobilization through project closeout.
• Manage day-to-day construction activities on site, ensuring safety, scheduling, and budget adherence.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, inspectors, engineers, and internal project teams.
• Oversee rail construction activities including track installation, civil site work, grading, drainage, crossings, and related infrastructure.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, procurement, change orders, and construction progress.
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure quality workmanship and contract compliance.
• Prepare project reports and provide updates to senior leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

Rail CM

Contractor coordination

Budget management

Safety compliance

Field leadership

Communication

OSHA FRA knowledge

Job description

EPMA is recruiting for a Construction Manager – Rail Infrastructure to support a growing Rail Division delivering capital rail construction projects throughout South Texas. This is a hands‑on field leadership role for someone who understands what it takes to build and maintain rail infrastructure—not just manage schedules from an office.

The ideal candidate has experience leading rail track construction, civil installation, contractor coordination, and field execution, while also managing project budgets, schedules, safety, and client expectations.

This position requires working onsite Monday through Friday in Victoria, TX, with occasional work in Hockley, TX. Candidates should already reside in South Texas or be within a reasonable daily commuting distance.

Title: Construction Manager – Rail Infrastructure

Location: Victoria, TX - Onsite (occasional work in Hockley, TX)

Duration: Long Term Contract

W2 Only. No C2C / No Visa Sponsorship

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the field execution of rail infrastructure and track construction projects from mobilization through project closeout.
• Manage day-to-day construction activities, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
• Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, inspectors, engineers, and internal project teams.
• Oversee rail construction activities including track installation, civil site work, grading, drainage, crossings, and related infrastructure.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, procurement, change orders, and construction progress.
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure quality workmanship and compliance with contract documents.
• Enforce OSHA, FRA, and company safety standards while promoting a strong safety culture.
• Identify project risks and proactively resolve field issues to minimize delays.
• Prepare project reports and provide regular updates to senior leadership and project stakeholders.
• Support project commissioning, turnover, punch list completion, and closeout documentation.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction management experience delivering rail, heavy civil, or transportation infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience managing rail track construction or rail maintenance projects.
• Strong understanding of field construction operations and contractor management.
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, forecasting, and change orders.
• Knowledge of rail construction methods, civil installation, and infrastructure development.
• Working knowledge of OSHA safety regulations; FRA experience is highly preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in active construction and rail operating environments.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.