Project Manager - Rail

AppleOne Employment Services; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Job summary

A leading railroad construction firm is seeking an experienced Rail Project Manager to oversee projects across the Southeast. You will manage field operations, budgets, and client relationships, ensuring timely and safe project delivery. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in railroad construction or heavy civil infrastructure, with a strong ability to lead multiple crews and manage costs. Knowledge of safety regulations and proficiency in project management software is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in railroad, track, or heavy civil construction.
• Strong understanding of rail infrastructure and maintenance.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and control costs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full lifecycle of railroad construction projects.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and cost controls.
• Serve as primary point of contact for railroad clients.

Skills

Project management in railroad construction

Leadership

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

A leading railroad construction and maintenance contractor is seeking an experienced Rail Project Manager to oversee projects throughout the Southeast. This role is responsible for managing field operations, crews, subcontractors, budgets, schedules, and client relationships while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within scope.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in railroad construction, track work, or heavy civil infrastructure, with proven experience managing multiple crews and complex, time-sensitive projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee full lifecycle of railroad construction and maintenance projects
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and cost controls
• Coordinate field crews, subcontractors, and equipment resources
• Serve as primary point of contact for railroad clients and stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with FRA, OSHA, and railroad-specific safety regulations
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress and quality standards
• Prepare project updates, reports, and documentationIdentify and mitigate risks, delays, and cost overruns
• Collaborate with estimating and operations teams during pre-construction planning
• Maintain strong client relationships and support business growth initiatives

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in railroad, track, or heavy civil construction
• Strong understanding of rail infrastructure, maintenance-of-way, or related services
• Experience managing multiple field crews and subcontractors
• Proven ability to manage budgets and control costs
• Knowledge of FRA regulations and railroad safety standards
• Ability to travel to job sites as needed (regional travel required)
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working directly with Class I railroads or short-line rail companies
• PMP certification (preferred but not required)
• Experience with environmental or infrastructure projects
• Competitive salary (based on experience)