Rail Capital Projects Manager

Ocean State Job Lot; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Metra is seeking a Project Manager 2 to oversee a portfolio of mid to large-scale commuter rail projects, ensuring on-time delivery within budget and to quality standards.

The role requires coordinating with engineers, consultants, and internal teams; developing budgets, cost estimates, staffing, and schedules; and managing contract administration, risks, and vendor performance. A strong leadership and communication ability is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction or Project Management, Engineering or relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Director, Project Management, the Project Manager 2 will manage a wide range of mid to large scale commuter rail projects of moderate complexity including stations, civil infrastructure, bridges, and support facilities ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with quality standards.
• Perform project budgets and cost estimates; oversee scope of work, staffing plans, and schedules for assigned projects.
• Review plans and designs with SMEs for efficiencies, cost effectiveness and constructability; recommend changes to ensure compliance.
• Participate in contract administration: review bids, award contracts, approve changes, process payments, and evaluate vendor performance.
• Monitor progress, manage risks, and maintain strong stakeholder relationships to coordinate projects.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Contract administration

Stakeholder management

Reading engineering drawings

Leadership

Multitasking

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction or Project Management, Engineering or relevant field

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Metra is seeking a Project Manager 2 to oversee a portfolio of mid to large-scale commuter rail projects, ensuring on-time delivery within budget and to quality standards.

The role requires coordinating with engineers, consultants, and internal teams; developing budgets, cost estimates, staffing, and schedules; and managing contract administration, risks, and vendor performance. A strong leadership and communication ability is essential.