Senior Rail Construction Site Lead

North American Rail Solutions; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

North American Rail Solutions seeks an experienced Superintendent to lead a dynamic team on railroad construction projects in Knoxville, TN. You will ensure on-time delivery, coordinate with engineers and subcontractors, and oversee staff performance.

The role requires safety compliance, hands-on problem solving, and oversight across multiple projects with overtime, night, weekend, and holiday availability. Proficiency with MS Office and regulatory knowledge are valued.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a construction supervisory role.
• 5+ years of experience railroad construction or heavy civil construction.
• Experience operating heavy machinery.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements (FMCSA, DOT, FRA).
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other departments.

Responsibilities

• Enforce safety and quality control policies among employees and subcontractors to ensure the project runs smoothly and on schedule.
• Collaborate with engineers, subcontractors, supervisors and others to determine project needs.
• Plans construction processes.
• Maintain a daily diary of all activities and site conditions and manage the punch list and closeout process for the job.
• Provides front-line supervision of crew members and provides onsite feedback on their performance.
• Trains other crew members upon hire and welcomes the team.
• Monitor and report on project progress.
• Order the appropriate equipment and arrange for regular maintenance.
• Plan inspections and obtain construction permits from local authorities.
• Keep track of material stock and orders.
• Ensure the job site is safe, clean, and orderly.
• Resolve on-site issues and emergencies.
• Comply with company and federal rules, policies, and procedures – wear required safety equipment, respond to and act on safety concerns.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Construction supervision

Railroad construction

Heavy civil construction

Regulatory knowledge

Multitasking

Collaboration

MS Office

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in construction/business management

Tools

Heavy machinery operation

Job description

North American Rail Solutions seeks an experienced Superintendent to lead a dynamic team on railroad construction projects in Knoxville, TN. You will ensure on-time delivery, coordinate with engineers and subcontractors, and oversee staff performance.

The role requires safety compliance, hands-on problem solving, and oversight across multiple projects with overtime, night, weekend, and holiday availability. Proficiency with MS Office and regulatory knowledge are valued.