Construction Manager, Railroad

GFT is seeking a Railroad Construction Manager to join our Construction Services group in Los Angeles, CA.

GFT’s comprehensive suite of construction and program management services reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence, safety, innovation, and sustainability. Our construction management services help ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards.

Inspect and oversee construction work to ensure that procedures and materials comply with plans and specifications, perform quality control inspection and documentation on railroad projects, oversee material testing, track construction costs and estimates, and coordinate between construction project stakeholders. This role requires 90% travel.

• General construction knowledge
• Research plans, specifications, material testing procedures and local agency requirements
• Prepare and maintain daily and periodic documentation and records throughout the project
• Visit project sites to inspect and document field work performed
• Prepare technical reports
• Observe and inspect construction work and contractor operations
• Maintain the daily log of construction and inspection activities and compare progress reports
• Maintain construction safety practices and work methods for compliance

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

• Experience in highway or railroad construction
• Proficiency with construction management software (Procore, Head Light, etc.)
• Construction Management or Civil Engineering Degree

The salary range for this role is $100,000-$145,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, pet insurance, 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.

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.

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

Location:

Los Angeles, CA
Core Business

Hours:

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status:
Full-Time

Applicants in the County of Los Angeles:
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Applicants in the City of San Francisco:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Applicants in the State of California:
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.