What are the responsibilities and job description for the Railroad Construction Project Manager position at Succession Planning for Railroads Investing in the Next Generation (SPRING)?
The Project Manager ensures projects are successfully delivered on time and on budget. The Project Manager continually collaborates with owners, superintendents, area managers, engineers and subcontractors to define project needs, create estimates, budgets, manage equipment logistics, addresses any issues that may affect project parameters, and ensures contractual specifications are met. The Project Manager is self-motivated and follows quality standards and ensures the highest level of safety compliance for all projects.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Collaborates with and maintains thorough communication with owners, internal project team, and subcontractors.
Maintains updated and detailed knowledge of project scope, plans, drawings, specifications, estimates, and contractual requirements
Works with leadership to establish project estimates, budgets, timelines, and goals
Reviews project budgets regularly and reports any variables and concerns to leadership
Keeps management apprised of all project variables in order to mitigate and manage risk
Works with the project team to adjust manpower to efficiently complete each project and to coordinate effective schedule changes
Enforces safety and quality control policies among employees and subcontractors to ensure the project runs smoothly and on schedule
Monitors and reports on the progress of each project
Plans inspections and obtains construction permits from local authorities
Orders the appropriate equipment and manages equipment logistics
Keeps track of material stock and orders
Ensure the job site is safe, clean, and orderly
Complies with company, local, and federal rules, policies, and procedures – wear required safety equipment, respond to and act on safety concerns.
All other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS
Education:
High School Diploma or GED
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management or Construction Management, preferred
Work Experience Required:
3 years in railroad construction or project management
3 years in railroad maintenance, new construction operations, and processes
Skills & Knowledge Required:
Knowledge of rail maintenance and/or commercial construction operations
Knowledge of local, state, federal regulations for quality, safety, and health guidelines for construction job sites.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to motivate team members on job site
Ability to work in extreme weather conditions
Advanced proficiency in MS office
Ability to work in fluid environments, highly flexible and able to set/adjust priorities with market needs.
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