Rail Yard and Shop Construction Oversight Manager-2605260JC01

Job Overview We are seeking a new Rail Yard and Shop Construction Oversight Manager to join our team at Ardmore Roderick. As a Rail Yard and Shop Construction Oversight Manager , you will join a team of infrastructure solutions experts working to solve our client’s ever‑evolving project needs. This opportunity will be located at our Program Management Office in Chicago and could have potential to be hybrid depending on the specific client, project and team needs. Key Responsibilities Oversight of Rail Yard & Shop construction scope, schedule, budget and change management with the goal of producing a functional and financially viable installation to the required quality Manage each stage of the project to ensure that all contractual Construction Management (CM) and General Contractor (GC) commitments are met on time and within budget Review all contract documents to confirm CM and GC project deliverables and necessary resources required for project execution are provided through contract completion Analyze work plans, schedules and budgets submitted for all project stages and provide comments and recommendations for consideration Attend and participate in regular progress and coordination meetings internal to the project team as well as client‑facing meetings to exchange information and resolve issues or concerns Maintain a good understanding of the project to identify scope creep and ensure the change management process is initiated when required When scope changes occur, monitor and assist CM in negotiating solutions with the GC to ensure outcomes meet client expectations and contractual obligations Ensure that the CM provides timely internal and external documentation and communication throughout all project phases, including developing and maintaining meeting minutes, progress records and follow‑up on action items Participate in monthly project reviews to review project status, budget, work plan, schedule and risks Ensure that all project close‑out documents are submitted and forwarded to appropriate parties upon completion of the project Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, architecture or other relevant area of study 6 years of relevant experience in transit and rail projects using Design‑Build (DB) or Design‑Bid‑Build (DBB) project delivery methods Relevant transit and rail construction experience to include contract management, site observation and interaction and influence with multidisciplinary stakeholders and team participants Proficient in project website software such as Trimble Unity Construct, Procore, Bluebeam or other software packages Proficiency in Microsoft Office Have a team‑player mindset with the ability to communicate proficiently in written and verbal forms Have good to great organizational skills Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree(s) CCM or PMP certification Professional Engineer license 10 years or more of relevant experience in US‑based public rail and transit industry Known to public transit clients in Chicago, IL (i.e. Chicago Transit Authority and Metra) Experience in rail vehicle maintenance facilities including technical reviews Knowledge of O&M environments within transit agencies Familiar with other disciplines typically requiring coordination with project design and installation such as Architectural, Structural, Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical Familiar with non‑technical disciplines typically requiring support within projects such as procurement, security and safety assurance, quality management and others Able to work with minimum supervision and possesses strong problem identification and resolution skills Benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans 401K, Paid Maternity Leave, Competitive PTO Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and more Sponsorship and relocation are not available for this opportunity. Ardmore Roderick is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law. Ardmore Roderick participates in E‑Verify. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. Please reach out to us if you require reasonable accommodation in responding to a job announcement, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process. Salary Range: $117,936-157,872. Ardmore Roderick is providing the compensation range that the company believes it might pay and/or offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ardmore Roderick