Project Manager - Rail Infrastructure

EPMA is supporting a leading environmental services organization in hiring a Project Manager to lead rail infrastructure and capital construction projects within their Rail Division. This role is responsible for delivering complex projects across rail yard facilities, track systems, and industrial environments — ensuring execution is safe, compliant, on time, and within budget.

Title – Project Manager – Rail Infrastructure

Type – Long Term Contract

Location – Houston – Onsite (Travel required to various sites)

W2 Employment only

Responsibilities:

• Manage full lifecycle delivery of rail infrastructure and capital construction projects (concept through commissioning)
• Oversee projects involving rail yard development, track systems, and heavy industrial facilities
• Coordinate with engineers, contractors, rail operators, and regulatory agencies
• Drive budget management, scheduling, cost control, and change orders
• Lead onsite construction execution, ensuring safety and quality standards are met
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT, and rail-related safety standards
• Provide regular project updates to senior leadership and stakeholders

Qualifications Required:

• 5–7+ years of project management experience in construction or capital projects
• Experience in rail, transportation infrastructure, heavy civil, or industrial environments
• Proven ability to manage projects end-to-end (design, permitting, construction, closeout)
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, safety standards, and regulatory compliance
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, contractors, and multiple stakeholders
• Proficiency with project management tools (MS Project, Procore, or similar)]
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Direct experience with rail infrastructure, rail yards, or transportation projects
• PMP, CCM, or LEED certification
• Experience managing multiple concurrent large-scale projects