Track Engineering Manager (Design)

Gannett Fleming, Inc.; Audubon (IA); Hybrid; USD 190,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Incentive compensation

Job summary

Gannett Fleming, Inc. is seeking a Track Engineering Manager to join its Transportation Team in Audubon, PA. This role follows a remote or hybrid work model and offers the chance to lead projects enhancing transportation infrastructure.

The successful candidate will manage overall project delivery, lead junior engineers, and ensure that projects meet time and budget requirements. A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and 20+ years of relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of progressive experience in transit/freight rail engineering projects.
• Experience with transit agencies and/or Class 1 Railroads.
• Professional Engineer license required.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall Track Project Management including scope development and project delivery.
• Lead as Track Engineer on projects.
• Provide team leadership and technical expertise.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Project management

Technical expertise in engineering

Leadership

Mentoring and growing staff

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

OpenRailDesigner

Civil3D

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Track Engineering Manager

GFT is seeking a Track Engineering Manager to join our Transportation Team in Audubon, PA. The role follows a remote or hybrid work model, depending on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Working on the Transportation team at GFT offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Whether working on railways and facilities or yards, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern railway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all.

Whatyou'llbe challenged to do:

• Responsible for overall Track Project Management including scope development, contract negotiations, staff management, project delivery, quality, and safety.
• Serve as lead Track Engineer on projects.
• Assure that projects are completed within the allocated time and budget.
• Provide team leadership and technical expertise.
• Plan, organize, and supervise the work of junior engineers and technicians serving as direct reports to the Track Manager.
• Grow and mentor staff, help recruit, and be a positive role model.
• Assist with writing proposals and making presentations.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies such as AREMA.
• Serve as a technical specialist for the organization for an assigned area of responsibility.
• Perform independent reviews of major projects.

Whatyou'llbring to our firm:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (field required).
• 20+ years of progressive experience in design of major transit/freight rail engineering transportation projects.
• Strong communications skills.
• Strong experience working with transit agencies and/or Class 1 Railroads.
• Ability to lead civil/track aspects on multiple assignments.
• Strong experience in the preparation of plans, specifications, estimates, construction phasing, and construction schedules.
• Extensive working knowledge of OpenRailDesigner and Civil3D platforms.
• Strong knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint and various engineering and scheduling software.
• Professional Engineer license required.
• Actively engages multiple perspectives when solving problems, seeks to learn from peers, and encourages reciprocal learning among team members.

Compensation

The range for this position is a salary range of $190,000-$230,000. Salary is dependent upon experience, qualifications, 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, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Location & Hours

Audubon, PA
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full‑Time

EEO Statement

GFT 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.

Background Check

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.