Project Manager - Rail

LJA Engineering, Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Time Off

Comprehensive Benefits

Family Support

Education Support

Referral Bonuses

Community Impact

Professional Development

Career Growth

Fun Culture

Job summary

LJA Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager for its Rail division in Jacksonville, Florida. In this role, you will manage all aspects of freight railroad services and coordinate with various internal and external teams. Ideal candidates will have 10+ years of Class I Railroad design experience and strong relationship-building skills.

The position offers employee ownership benefits, generous time off, comprehensive health plans, and opportunities for professional development, ensuring a supportive work environment focused on mutual success.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Class I Railroad design experience.
• 5+ years of freight railroad maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordination with railroad departments and third parties.
• Management of project schedules and milestones.
• Control of cost and spending in accordance with budgets.
• Ensure compliance with Railroad specifications.
• Provide regular project reports.

Skills

Strong relationship builder

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Licensed Professional Engineer

Job description

LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands‑on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.

WHAT MAKES LJA DIFFERENT

At LJA, our employee‑owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We’re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:

• Employee‑owned, client‑focused
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
• Internal recruitment team, in‑house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry
• We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
• Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
• We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
• We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

POSITION OVERVIEW

As a Project Manager at LJA Rail, the employee will be involved in all aspects of freight railroad services development including business development, planning, design, and construction management.

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE

• Coordination and interaction with railroad internal departments and third parties
• Management of project schedules and project milestones
• Manage control cost and spending in accordance with budgets
• Ensure quality products, services and compliance with Railroad specifications
• Provide regular project report
• The qualified and selected candidate will be expected to be highly motivated and willing to start up their own team and lead them to a successful future.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Licensed Professional Engineer

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ Years of Class I Railroad design experience
• 5+ Years of freight railroad maintenance experience
• Strong relationship builder

LEVEL UP WITH LJA

At LJA, we’re 100% employee‑owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long‑term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee‑owners (and growing), we’re building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here.

• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
• Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in‑house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
• Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
• Community Impact: Company‑sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
• Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.

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