Project Engineer (Rail Track Terminal/Intermodal)

Olsson; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Career development paths

Flexible work arrangements

Wellness program

Health care, vision, dental, PTO

Job summary

Olsson seeks an experienced Project Manager for its Rail Track Team in Omaha. You will lead complex terminal and intermodal rail projects from concept through completion, overseeing track and civil design, managing schedules and budgets, and delivering high-quality results.

You will mentor teams, develop cost estimates, support business development, and drive process improvements to enhance efficiency across deliverables. Travel may be required as needed.

Qualifications

• PE license required.
• 8+ years of project experience in rail track design.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering required.
• Proven ability to manage contracts, lead teams, and exceed client expectations.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Define project scopes, schedules, and budgets—and keep them on track.
• Lead cross-functional teams on intermodal or other rail terminal designs, aligning skills and resources with project goals.
• Serve as the primary liaison for clients and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor progress, manage risks, and ensure top-tier quality and compliance.
• Mentor team members on project management best practices.
• Build strong client relationships to secure future opportunities.

Skills

PE license

Rail track design

Project management

Leadership

Client liaison

Budget & schedule

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Job description

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

As a Project Manager for Olsson’s Rail Track Team, you will lead the delivery of complex terminal and intermodal rail projects from concept through completion. Your responsibilities will include overseeing track and civil design efforts, managing project execution and schedules, conducting quality control reviews, and developing cost estimates. You’ll also contribute to scope development, support business development initiatives, and drive process improvements to enhance efficiency and quality across deliverables.

What you’ll do:

• Define project scopes, schedules, and budgets—and keep them on track.
• Lead cross-functional teams on intermodal or other rail terminal designs, aligning skills and resources with project goals
• Serve as the primary liaison for clients and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor progress, manage risks, and ensure top-tier quality and compliance.
• Mentor team members on project management best practices.
• Build strong client relationships to secure future opportunities.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• PE license required.
• 8+ years of project experience in rail track design.
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering required.
• Proven ability to manage contracts, lead teams, and exceed client expectations.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as needed.

Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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