Rail Project Manager: Track Services (Illinois)

Marmon Railroad Services; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Annual safety shoe reimbursement

Job summary

Railserve, part of Marmon Holdings, seeks an experienced Project Manager to oversee rail construction and maintenance projects at active customer sites in a fast-paced environment. You will lead scheduling, workforce planning, budgeting, and safety programs while coordinating with customers, vendors, and internal teams.

The role requires strong leadership and communication skills, BP/blueprint reading, and a history of managing multi-site operations outdoors across varying weather.

Qualifications

• College degree in Building and Construction Technology or equivalent construction management experience.
• Experience in railroad construction, maintenance, or industrial operations preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical documents, and safety procedures.
• Experience preparing proposals, reports, and customer correspondence.
• Strong budgeting, cost management, and project coordination abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Walk railroad tracks to identify deficiencies and prepare proposals and pricing
• Read and analyze RFPs and develop professional customer responses
• Oversee project operations to meet customer requirements and expectations
• Coordinate crews, equipment, materials, and vendors across multiple sites
• Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with procedures
• Maintain strong customer relationships through service and support
• Inspect crews, tools, vehicles, and equipment for safety and readiness
• Support budgeting, cost tracking, and operational forecasting
• Monitor payroll, fuel, equipment, and project costs for efficiency
• Manage inventory, purchase orders, and material deliveries
• Coordinate preventive maintenance with mechanical teams
• Assist workforce planning and crew scheduling to balance skills
• Prepare administrative reporting including billing and project reporting
• Lead and support field crews to complete projects safely and on schedule

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Blueprint reading

Budgeting

Multi-tasking

Travel readiness

Field coordination

Education

Construction mgmt degree

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Railserve, part of Marmon Holdings, seeks an experienced Project Manager to oversee rail construction and maintenance projects at active customer sites in a fast-paced environment. You will lead scheduling, workforce planning, budgeting, and safety programs while coordinating with customers, vendors, and internal teams.

The role requires strong leadership and communication skills, BP/blueprint reading, and a history of managing multi-site operations outdoors across varying weather.