Senior Project Manager Engineer; Freight Rail

Senior Project Manager – Freight Rail Market Sector

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well‑known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high‑performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. Our multidisciplinary teams include scientists, economists, builders, analysts, and artists. That is why we believe diversity is our greatest strength.

We believe transportation is more than movement; it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, and quality of life.

HDR is seeking a highly motivated Senior Project Manager to support HDR’s Freight Rail Market Sector. You will provide project management and technical services to freight rail and public agency clients, pursue, manage, and deliver projects, and respond to client needs related to rail projects. Strong management skills, experience with freight rail and public agency staff, and a solid understanding of project delivery processes are essential.

• Take responsibility for all aspects of client and design‑team management of Class I railroad, freight, short‑line, commuter, and rail transit projects.
• Plan, direct, supervise, and monitor all aspects of multidisciplinary projects with a high degree of technical complexity and a large project staff of professionals and technicians.
• Manage the assembly of design, plans, specifications, construction estimate packages, and other deliverables.
• Produce and coordinate multiple projects concurrently.
• Serve as Project Manager on small, medium, and large transportation projects.
• Act as point of contact between the client and HDR and enhance client relationships.
• Participate in proposal development and other marketing activities as a seller‑doer pursuit champion or support role.
• Implement QA/QC procedures and perform detailed QC reviews of railway projects.
• Coordinate staffing, workload, and project development with Freight Rail Market Sector Leader and other area managers to meet delivery schedules.
• Mentor less‑experienced Project Managers and execute training for personnel.
• Perform other duties as needed.

• Minimum 15 years of experience within the railroad engineering industry managing multidisciplinary railway projects.
• Construction inspection or construction management experience.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license.
• Knowledge of Class I railroad public projects and engineering requirements.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments and travel as required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, engineering software (AutoCAD, Micro Station, Open Roads/Open Rail), estimating and scheduling software (Primavera P3 or Sure Trak), and project management software (Prolog).
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Legal ability to work in the United States and a valid U.S. driver’s license.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 10 years of related experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, estimating and scheduling software, and project management software.
• Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills.
• Commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture.

Primary

Location:

United States‑California‑Sacramento
Secondary Locations:
Walnut Creek, Folsom
Compensation Range: $137,445 – $223,125 (per year)

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level

Employment type:

Full‑time

Schedule:

Full‑time
Employee status:
Regular
Business Class:
Rail and Transit Systems

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.