Rail Track Project Lead – Boston

Springrecruits; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Springrecruits is seeking a Project Manager – Track for Boston, MA to lead track construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance on Massachusetts projects. You will manage field activities, coordinate with MBTA and DOT authorities, and ensure work complies with FRA and MBTA standards.

The role alternates between office-based project coordination and field supervision of track crews, with travel to sites as needed and weekend availability for OT. Strong communication and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of railroad track construction experience.
• MBTA commuter rail or MA transit project experience preferred.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and contract documents.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to communicate professionally with owner’s representatives and coworkers.
• Experience managing multiple subcontractors on active railroad right-of-way.
• Familiarity with MBTA engineering standards and FRA rules.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Manage field activities across track scope on Massachusetts project sites.
• Plan, organize, and direct projects to ensure completion on time and within budget.
• Supervise onsite track crews and coordinate with MBTA representatives.
• Draft, submit, and maintain project reports, RFIs, submittals, and daily field logs.
• Complete daily inspections of job site and ensure field work conforms to contract documents.
• Coordinate with MBTA, Keolis Commuter Services, and Massachusetts DOT representatives as required.
• Oversee track outage windows, track access agreements, and timely return-to-service for revenue operations.
• Availability to work some weekends (OT paid for this).

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

B.S. in Construction Management

B.S. in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Springrecruits is seeking a Project Manager – Track for Boston, MA to lead track construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance on Massachusetts projects. You will manage field activities, coordinate with MBTA and DOT authorities, and ensure work complies with FRA and MBTA standards.

The role alternates between office-based project coordination and field supervision of track crews, with travel to sites as needed and weekend availability for OT. Strong communication and leadership are essential.