Senior Railroad Construction Manager

GFT; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

GFT is seeking a Senior Railroad Construction Manager to join their Construction Services in Los Angeles, CA, requiring 90% travel. Candidates should have 15+ years of general construction experience and a valid driver’s license. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary ranging from $140,000 to $210,000 based on experience.

Enjoy comprehensive benefits including wellness programs, PTO accrual, and a commitment to ongoing professional development. GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma.
• 15+ years of general construction experience.
• Ability to travel 90% of the time.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must pass background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and oversee construction work for compliance.
• Conduct quality control inspections on projects.
• Oversee material testing and cost tracking.
• Prepare technical reports and maintain logs.
• Ensure compliance with safety practices.

Skills

General construction experience

Travel ability

Proficiency in Microsoft applications

Quality control

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Construction Management or Civil Engineering degree

Tools

Procore

HeadLight

Job description

What You Will Do

GFT is seeking a Senior Railroad Construction Manager to join our Construction Services group in Los Angeles, CA. The role requires 90% travel.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and oversee construction work to ensure procedures and materials comply with plans and specifications.
• Conduct quality control inspections and documentation on railroad projects.
• Oversee material testing and construction cost tracking and estimates.
• Coordinate between construction project stakeholders.
• Maintain daily and periodic documentation and records throughout the project.
• Visit project sites to inspect and document field work performed.
• Prepare technical reports and maintain daily logs of construction and inspection activities.
• Compare progress reports and maintain construction safety practices and work methods for compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma.
• 15+ years of general construction experience.
• Ability to travel 90% of the time.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must successfully complete background check and drug screening.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in highway and railroad construction.
• Proficiency with construction management software (Procore, HeadLight, etc.).
• Construction Management or Civil Engineering degree.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $140,000–$210,000, depending on experience and geographic location.

Benefits

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax‑deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid‑time‑off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development and support of active participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law. GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.