Track Services- Project Manager & Estimating - Illinois

marmon; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Company-paid life insurance

Sickness and accident income

401(k) with company match

Annual safety shoe reimbursement

Prescription safety wear

Holiday pay

Vacation

Marmon employee discount program

Job summary

Railserve, part of Marmon Holdings backed by Berkshire Hathaway, is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee rail construction and maintenance projects across active customer sites.

In this role you will coordinate with customers, vendors, and internal teams, manage workforce planning, scheduling, inventory, and pricing support, and maintain a strong safety culture on site.

Qualifications

• College degree in Building and Construction Technology or equivalent construction management experience preferred.
• Experience in railroad construction, maintenance, or industrial operations preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical documents, and safety procedures.
• Experience preparing proposals, reports, and customer correspondence.
• Budgeting and cost management, plus project coordination.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Outdoor work in varied weather; travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee rail construction and maintenance projects across multiple sites.
• Coordinate crews, equipment, materials, and vendors.
• Ensure safety compliance and quality standards.
• Support pricing analysis, budgeting, and cost tracking.
• Lead field crews to complete projects on schedule.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Blueprint Reading

Proposal Writing

Budgeting

Excel

Word

Multitasking

Outdoor Work

Travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Building and Construction Technology or related

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Railserve

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings-which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway- you'll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We're committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone's empowered to be their best.

Railserve is hiring an experienced, safety-focused Project Manager to oversee rail construction and maintenance projects across active customer sites. This is a full-time leadership role responsible for project execution, customer coordination, operational oversight, and maintaining a strong safety culture.

Who We Are

Railserve is a leading provider of industrial railyard services across the United States and Canada. Our teams deliver on-site rail switching, material handling and transloading, track construction and maintenance, and locomotive service and repair for customers who depend on safe, reliable rail operations every day. With decades of industry experience, Railserve is built on a foundation of safety, teamwork, and operational excellence. We invest in our people, promote from within, and use innovative, safety-focused technology to keep railyards running efficiently. Learn more at www.Railserve.com

Job Description

In this role, you will oversee rail construction and maintenance projects while coordinating with customers, vendors, and internal teams to ensure safe and efficient project execution.

You will be responsible for workforce planning, project scheduling, inventory management, pricing support, operational performance, and maintaining strong customer relationships.

If you are an experienced leader in railroad construction or industrial operations and thrive in a fast-paced, field-driven environment, this role may be a great fit.

Schedule

• Full-time; schedule varies based on operational and project needs
• Travel to project sites required

Compensation

Competitive pay based on experience

Duties

• Walk railroad tracks to identify deficiencies and prepare project proposals and pricing recommendations
• Read and analyze requests for proposals (RFPs) and develop professional customer responses
• Oversee project operations to ensure customer requirements and project expectations are met
• Coordinate crews, equipment, materials, and vendors across multiple job sites
• Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with company procedures and regulations
• Maintain strong customer relationships by delivering high levels of service and operational support
• Conduct inspections of crews, tools, vehicles, and equipment
• Support pricing analysis, budgeting, cost tracking, and operational forecasting
• Monitor payroll, fuel, equipment, and project costs to ensure operational efficiency
• Manage inventory, purchase orders, and material deliveries to job sites
• Coordinate preventive maintenance programs with mechanical teams
• Assist in workforce planning and crew scheduling to ensure balanced skill coverage
• Complete administrative reporting including billing, audits, evaluations, and project reporting
• Lead and support field crews to ensure projects are completed safely and on schedule
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• College degree in Building and Construction Technology or equivalent construction management experience preferred
• Experience in railroad construction, maintenance, or industrial operations preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical documents, and safety procedures
• Experience preparing proposals, reports, and customer correspondence
• Strong understanding of budgeting, cost management, and project coordination
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to lift and move equipment as needed
• Ability to travel as required

What We Offer (Benefits)

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance
• Company-paid sickness and accident income
• 401(k) with company match
• Annual safety shoe reimbursement
• Prescription safety wear
• Holiday pay
• Vacation
• Marmon employee discount program

Additional Information

• Work is performed outdoors and across active construction and industrial job sites
• Requires working around heavy equipment, moving machinery, and uneven terrain
• Extensive walking, climbing, lifting, and physical activity required
• Must comply with all safety requirements at all times
• Exposure to varying weather and environmental conditions expected

Grow With Us

Don't worry if you don't meet every qualification. Railserve values reliability, work ethic, and a willingness to lear