Senior Freight Rail Project Manager

ESPO Corporation; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health and dental insurance

401k

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm in Kansas City is seeking a Freight Rail Engineering Project Manager. This role involves leading all aspects of rail engineering projects, including managing diverse teams and ensuring project success from planning to execution. Candidates should have a minimum of 7 years of experience, including significant project management responsibilities, strong communication skills, and a PE license is preferred. Opportunities for growth and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years related experience.
• 5+ years in managing rail engineering projects.
• Experience in design-build projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage railroad/transit engineering projects.
• Work with multi-discipline teams on project designs.
• Lead internal and external project risk reviews.
• Prepare and negotiate contracts with clients.
• Mentor less experienced staff on project aspects.

Skills

Client interaction skills

Leadership in team management

Communication skills

Ability to manage multiple projects

Knowledge of rail engineering standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRail

Geopak

Inroads

Job description

A leading engineering consulting firm in Kansas City is seeking a Freight Rail Engineering Project Manager. This role involves leading all aspects of rail engineering projects, including managing diverse teams and ensuring project success from planning to execution. Candidates should have a minimum of 7 years of experience, including significant project management responsibilities, strong communication skills, and a PE license is preferred. Opportunities for growth and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.