Regional Manager

Northern Plains Railroad, Inc.; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 63,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Plains Railroad, Inc. is seeking a Regional Manager in Sioux Falls, SD to lead the Complete Track Works division.

This full-time role manages multiple crews, equipment and trucking to meet safety, quality and profitability goals while cultivating client relationships. The position requires 50% travel, oversees daily operations, budgeting, scheduling, and coordination with departments to develop a profitable track construction and maintenance program.

Qualifications

• GED or High School Diploma.
• 5+ years of field operations experience.
• 5 years of leadership experience in construction/railroad.
• Must have and maintain an insured driving status including NPRS driver provisions.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, vision, employee development and teamwork initiatives to build a successful rail contracting division.
• Plans and carries out schedules and assists in the initiation and implementation of procedures for track and structures construction, maintenance, and inspection.
• Investigates and diagnoses track failures, maintenance problems, and safety issues, and renders corrective action promptly.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Budgeting

Estimating

Equipment management

Safety compliance

Team coordination

Client relationships

Operations management

Vendor coordination

Education

GED or High School Diploma

5+ years field operations experience

5 years leadership in construction/railroad

Valid driver's license and insured driving status

Job description

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Regional Manager

Full Time Management Sioux Falls Sioux Falls, SD, US

Salary Range: $90,000.00 To $105,000.00 Annually

Company:Northern Plains Railroad, Inc.

Business Unit:Complete Track Works

Department:Maintenance & Repair or Construction

Travel:50% required

Schedule: Varies.24/7

Summary

This RegionalisresponsibleformanagingallbusinessactivitiesfortheCompleteTrackWorksdivisionincluding planning, budgeting, estimating, equipment, and leadership ofcompanypersonnelwith the upmost integrity. Position will train, manage, and direct the day-to-day coordination of multiple crews of workers, equipment, and trucking to meet or exceed expectations for safety, quality, profitability, and schedule, forming long-lasting client-contractor relationships.

Working closely with the Department Management this position will develop a dynamic and profitable division that supports the business development activities to allow for growth and sustainability with track construction, maintenance, inspection services, and general third-party consulting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities but are not limited to:

• Provideleadership,vision,employeedevelopmentandteamworkinitiativestobuildasuccessfulrailcontractingdivision.
• Plansandcarryoutschedulesandassistsintheinitiationandimplementationofappropriateproceduresassociatedwith track and structures construction, maintenance, and inspection.
• Investigatesanddiagnosestrackfailures,difficultmaintenanceproblems,andcriticalsafetyissues,andrenderscorrective action in a timely manner.
• Mustbeabletoimmediatelyrespondtosafetyconcernsastheyarise.
• Overseemanagementoftheday-to-dayconstructionandmaintenanceactivitiesthroughoutassignedregion.
• Responsibleforthecoordinationofworkdirectedinthefieldandplanspreventativemaintenanceandprojectprograms for industry and mainline track systems and equipment to ensure their safe and efficient operation.
• Monitorteamstoensurethatemployeescomplywithcompanysafetyandoperatingrules,policies, procedures,and governmental regulations.
• Evaluatestheefficiencyandeffectivenessofmaintenancecrews,includingadherencetoworkplans,performance, quality, and safety, to ensure that project objectives are achieved.
• Responsiblefordevelopingastrategicplanthatincludescompetitorandmarketassessmentsandlaborneeds.Identifiesand plans for capital improvements and maintenance need to support the operation.
• Workswithappropriatestaffandvendorstooverseethemaintenanceandreplacementprogramsofrailroadequipment.
• Workwiththe Safetydepartment,financialdepartment,andContractAdministrationonContractorprequalificationsubmittals
• Promoteasafeworkenvironmentthroughthedevelopmentofsafetyprograms,goals,andmeasurements.
• VisitworksitescarryingadditionalPPEtoobserve crews,performquality&safetyaudits,andensureemployeetask specific training.
• Workstodevelopandmaintainworkingrelationshipswithmajorcustomersandseekoutpotentialnewcustomers.
• Prospectforpotentialnewclientsandturnthisintoincreasedbusinessopportunities.
• Developorganizationalstructuretosupportbusinessplanlevels.
• Analyzeexpendituresandotherfinancialinformationtodevelopplansandbudgetsforincreasingprofitsandreducingcosts.
• Effectivelyutilizeperformancemanagementandinterpersonalskillstocoach,trainandprovidefeedbacktomaximize employee potential.
• Goodunderstandingoftheprojectrequirements(timeframe,budget,safety,quality,workforce,materials,andequipment requirements) necessary to complete the project within the required time frame.
• Ensurethatthejobsiteisalwayskeptinaclean,safe,secure,andorganizedmanner,directlyorthroughsupervision.
• Identifyconflictsinmaintenanceprogressandcommunicatewithtrackteamforresolution.
• Maintaindailylogs&detailedrecords(written)(photo)ofactivitiesonthejobsite,directlyorthroughsupervision.
• Performmaintenanceprogressandcompletionpunchlistidentificationandcompletion.
• Maintaintrackandalltrackrelateddevicestoassuresafeandefficienttrainoperations.
• PerformManagementdutieswhileonprojectlocationsandjobsitesasrequired.
• Budget,bid,invoice,andidentifyareasofworkthatareoutsidetheoriginalscope.
• Enterintomonetaryagreements(changeorders,additionalworkauthorizations), communicatingwithProjectManagement teams as required.
• Interviewandhiresub-tieremployeesandevaluateperformance.
• Performvariousdutiesasrequired bythe Director of Operations.
• Ensurethatallsafetyrequirementsaremetinaccordancewithcompanyexpectationsandcustomerrequirements.
• Will perform work on Northern Plains Railroad as directed.

Toperformthisjobsuccessfully,anindividualshoulddemonstratethefollowing competencies:

• Networking,Persuasion,Prospecting,PublicSpeaking,Research,Writing,ClosingSkills,MotivationforSales,Prospecting Skills, Sales Planning, Identification of Customer Needs and Challenges, Territory Management, Market Knowledge, and Professionalism.
• DrivingExecution–Usesbenchmarksandperformancemeasurestotrackprogress;tacklesproblemshead-onandworksto resolve them without delay; drives continuous improvement in all organization processes and products.
• InspiringTrust–Maintainshighstandardsofpersonalintegrity;behavesinaccordwithexpressedbeliefsandcommitments; establishesopen, candid,and trusting relationships;treatsothersfairly and consistently;collaboratesasa team player;never undermines others for own gain.
• High Impact Communications and Influencing/Negotiating – Creates open channels of communication; keeps others well informed; listens carefully to input and feedback and encourages others to express contrary views; builds confidence and inspiressupportthrough aconvincingcommunicationsstyle;promotesandsellsideaspersuasively;shapestheopinionofkey stakeholders; promotes and projects a positive image of the organization; wins acceptance for proposed changes & new initiatives. Experience in training, developing and accessing company personnel.
• Self-Driven–Demonstratedabilitytoworkautonomouslyandmanageawidevarietyofprojectssimultaneouslyandunder deadline. Experience working and managing complex projects.
• Communication - Excellent oral and written communication skills required with prospective customers, vendors, management,businessdevelopers,realestateexecutives,media,marketingexecutives,andothersupportprofessionals.Must have the ability to think strategically. Effective communication and collaboration within all departments, including senior management, is required. Able to pull together a strong team without direct authority over parts of the team.
• IndustryKnowledge–Workingknowledgeofrailroadbilling,estimatesandaccountingforallaspectsofrailactivities.Must understand railway knowledge, transportation service marketplace.
• Strongorganizationalskills.Proficientknowledgeincomputerskillsandcomputersoftwarerelatedtotherailroad construction industry.

Physical Demands:

Reasonableaccommodationmaybeprovidedtoenableindividualswithdisabilitiestomeetthephysicaldemandslisted below:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform on uneven or slippery surfaces, platforms, ladders, and equipment in all weather and temperature conditions. Most of the day could be spent standing on foot. Eye/hand coordination, hand/feet dexterity and grasping hand tools, materials & equipment is required. The employee is frequently required to perform manual labor & physical activities that require considerable use of the whole body, such as standing and lifting from various levels.
• Additional physical demands are listed in the chart below.
• Continuous:Mustbeabletoworkoutdoorsinallextremeweatherconditions. Workoutdoorsatprojectsitesinharshweather conditions including very hot and very cold weather. Must wear appropriate safety equipment such as safety glasses, hard hats, safety footwear, and hearing protection as required. Exposure to dust. Uneven surfaces. Must wear appropriate safety equipment such as safety glasses, hard hats, safety footwear, and hearing protection as required by the company.
• Occasional:Vibrationworksatheights.

Education and Training:

• GEDorHighSchoolDiploma.
• AASorbachelor’s degree in construction,engineering,business,orrelatedfield 2yearvocationalortechnicalcollege preferred.
• 5ormoreyearsoffieldoperationsexperience
• 5years’leadershipexperienceinrelatedconstruction/railroadfield.
• MusthaveandmaintainaninsurabledrivingstatuswhichincludesbutisnotlimitedtoNPRSdriverprovisions.
• Validdriver’slicense.
• Ability to obtain a DOT medical card and or CDL preferred.

Requirements of Joining Our Team:

Our comprehensive pre-employment process ensures the well-being and integrity of our team. To join our organization, candidates are required to:

1. Pass a mandatory drug test to maintain a drug-free workplace. Random, reasonable suspicion and post-accident testing may also be required throughout employment.

2.Undergo a thorough physical examination to ensure the requirements of the position can be met.

3.Provide professional references to validate qualifications and character.

4.Complete a comprehensive background check to confirm suitability for the position.

We value transparency and the safety of our employees and customers, and these steps are essential in upholding our commitment to excellence.

LIFT 2 - Physical Demands Checklist

*Never(N)=Notatall*Rarely(R) =1-5%*Occasionally(O)=6-33%*Frequently(F)= 34-66% *Continuously(C)=67-100%

TASKS

N 0%

R 1-5%

O

6- 33%