Project Manager - Rail

Title: Project Manager

Division: Rail

LJA recognizes that our success depends on the quality of the people we hire. We are currently seeking highly talented individuals that take pride in their work, function exceptionally well in team environments, and contribute to the overall success of the company. As a 100% employee-owned company, we promote an entrepreneurial spirit that helps drive the bottom line and the long-term professional and financial success of our employees.

With more than 50 office locations, LJA is growing and ready for talented people to help us build our future.

Summary : The employee will be involved in all aspects of freight railroad project development including planning, design and construction management.

General Responsibilities:

• Design development for freight railroad projects
• Coordination and interaction with railroad internal departments and 3rd parties
• Management of project schedules and project milestones
• Manage control cost and spending in accordance with budgets
• Ensure quality products, services and compliance with Railroad specifications
• Provide regular project reports

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Licensed Professional Engineer

Required Experience:

• 10+ Years of Class I Railroad design experience
• 5+ Years of freight railroad maintenance experience
• Construction experience a plus
• Structural design a plus
• Strong communication skills
• Strong relationship builder

Physical Requirements:

• Walking extended distances on steep and/or uneven surfaces
• Driving to and from various jobsites and outside meetings
• Good vision to recognize colors and accurately estimate distances

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