Regional Rail Operations Leader

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

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.