Railroad Bridge Project Manager

Colliers Engineering & Design; New York (NY); On-site; USD 109,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Railroad Bridge Project Manager to join their Rail Engineering team in New York. This role involves overseeing project deliverables, establishing client relationships, and guiding junior engineers. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in railroad bridge project management, ensuring project success and compliance with industry standards.

Benefits

Company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off including parental and military leave

Company-matched 401(k)/Roth

Education reimbursement

Mentorship program

Qualifications

• 10 plus years’ experience in Railroad Bridge Engineering/Project Management.
• Experience in Class 1 and short line freight railroad environments.
• Ability to comply with 49 CFR Part 219 Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the success of the projects including planning, quality assurance, and financial aspects.
• Prepare proposals and negotiate project contracts.
• Supervise staff and coordinate with engineering peers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client relations

Analytical skills

Communication

Job description

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Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is looking for a Railroad Bridge Project Manager to join our Rail Engineering team in NY, working out of our Albany, Rochester, or Buffalo office.

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is looking for a Railroad Bridge Project Manager to join our Rail Engineering team in NY, working out of our Albany, Rochester, or Buffalo office.

In this role, you will plan, design, and direct assigned projects, and/or to assist the Department Manager with all facets of rail engineering products. Offering a full range of rail planning, design and engineering services to Class 1, short line, transit agencies, departments of transportation and other rail clients, our expertise ranges from preliminary planning and feasibility studies through final design and construction inspection. This includes service for rail freight, intercity passenger rail, commuter rail and industrial installations. Our rail and transit experts bring broad industry expertise to every project and have extensive experience in the Class 1 and short line freight railroad environment and provide engineering and design for commuter rail, light rail, bus transit and para-transit operations.

As a Bridge Project Manager in Rail, you will bring experience working directly with ownership of clients on projects ranging from local to federal. The successful candidate will be able to oversee project deliverables, build & maintain relationships with current and future clients, and mentor & support junior engineering & project management staff. Come join our vastly growing Rail Engineering team!

Responsibilities

• Ensure the success of the projects under his/her management (including planning, quality assurance, deadlines, and financial aspects).
• The selected candidate will work in the Infrastructure Department (Rail Discipline) on various projects including new or rehabilitated bridges, culverts, and associated site work.
• Fulfill client manager role for clients in his/her own discipline and market for other disciplines.
• Prepare proposals (assumptions, scope of work, budget, etc.) as appropriate.
• Prepare and negotiate project contract, terms, and conditions as appropriate.
• May provide direct supervision to staff, including goal setting, evaluation, and professional development.
• Close coordination with your engineering peers in the highway/traffic, construction inspection and water resource divisions.
• Occasional field work and bridge inspection duties may be required.
  
  

Qualifications

• 10 plus years’ experience in Railroad Bridge Engineering/Project Management.
• Prior experience in the Class 1 and short line freight railroad environment to provide engineering and design for commuter rail, light rail, bus transit and para-transit operations or Amtrak experience.
• Prior experience with business development, client relations, and mentoring junior staff highly required.
• Ability to interact well with coworkers, clients, and regulatory agencies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and judgment capabilities.
• Ability to work independently, as well as, in a team environment.
• Must be able to comply with 49 CFR Part 219 Drug and Alcohol Testing.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
  
  

Compensation: $109k to $147k per year (depending on qualifications)

What We Offer

Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  Professional Services

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