Senior Project Manager - Rail Engineering

Job Details

• Job Location: Seattle, WA 98104
• Position Type: Full Time
• Education Level: 4 Year Degree
• Salary Range: $215,000.00 - $300,000.00
• Travel Percentage: Up to 30%
• Job Shift: Day
• Job Category: Engineering

Who We Are:

RailPros is the premier provider of engineering and diversified safety services to America's rail and transit industry. Driven by a passion for our people, clients, and communities, we are committed to solving our customers' challenges and earning their trust through teamwork, continuous improvement, and service excellence. As a people first organization, we prioritize the safety, well being, and growth of our employees, fostering a culture of caring and support. We believe that when our people thrive, our company thrives.

Our mission is to enhance mobility, safety, and quality of life for residents, passengers, and partner companies. We do more than just provide services; we are constantly innovating and staying informed of industry developments to help our customers succeed. Join us in our shared goal of keeping America moving and ensuring customer satisfaction in an environment where your contributions are valued and your growth is encouraged.

Job Summary:

The Senior Project Manager will use creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in anticipating and solving unprecedented problems. They will make decisions and recommendations that are authoritative and have an important impact on extensive organizational activities. The Engineer VII – Senior Project Manager will set priorities and reconcile directions from competing interests, while working on programs with complex features.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk, and client expectations.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams through planning, design, construction support, and closeout.
• Monitor project performance and take corrective action when delivery, financial, or client objectives are at risk.
• Support proposal development, interviews, client presentations, and business development activities.
• Mentor project managers, engineers, and technical staff.
• Coordinate with internal operations, safety, finance, contracts, and leadership teams.
• Promote safe, compliant, and high quality delivery on office and field assignments.
• Support change management and claims avoidance
• Maintaining client satisfaction and delivery accountability
• Proficient with electronic communications including e-mail and text as well as standard office applications (i.e., Microsoft Office Suite)
• Advanced oral and written communication skills
• Lead project meetings and makes presentations
• Represent the organization and maintain liaison with individuals and related organizations
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and respectful workplace culture, free from behaviors that undermine morale, productivity, or organizational values
• Uphold the organization’s standards of integrity, accountability, and respect in all duties and interactions
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and applicable laws and regulations
• Other duties as assigned or required to meet the business needs

QualificationsKnowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Advanced project management and multidisciplinary coordination
• Client relationship management
• Rail engineering standards and constructability knowledge
• Budget, schedule, scope, and risk management
• Leadership of technical teams and project delivery staff
• Strong written, oral, and executive communication skills
• Ability to resolve complex project, client, and organizational issues
• Railroad, transit, or rail infrastructure project delivery
• Coordination with agencies, freight railroads, contractors, and design teams
• Knowledge of rail safety, field coordination, standards, and constructability
• Ability to support design, construction support, PMCM, or program delivery assignments

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET/EAC accredited program
• 15+ years prior experience
• 5+ years prior experience in project management

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering
• Engaged in life-long learning to maintain knowledge of contemporary issues
• Business development skills
• In-depth knowledge of industry standards and guidelines
• Established relationships with railroad clients

Additional Preferred Qualifications, Certifications, etc:

• Professional Engineer (PE), equivalent
• Member of professional practice organization, national board member or officer, recognized expert on statewide activity, resource for national activities and organization

Why RailPros? Build Your Career Where Culture Leads The Way

• A People First Culture (Caring): At RailPros, you’re more than an employee; you’re part of a team driven by genuine care and respect. Our Align29 pillar of Caring reflects our deep commitment to supporting your growth, well being, and success every step of the way.
• A Workplace Where Your Voice Matters (Sharing): Our Sharing culture encourages transparency, active dialogue, and collaboration across every level of the company.
• A Company Invested in Your Growth (Progress): Through continuous improvement of our systems, processes, and operations, our Progress pillar ensures you have the tools and support to excel.
• An Innovative, Industry Leading Environment (Innovation): Our Innovation pillar fuels creative problem solving, modern technology adoption, and breakthrough thinking that positions RailPros as a leader in the rail and transit space.

Benefits & Perks:

• Comprehensive Health Insurance: Includes medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Additional Coverage Plans: Accident plan, critical illness plan, and hospital indemnity with employee to family coverage.
• Legal Shield, ID Shield, Pet Insurance: Added protection for you...and your pets.
• Life & Disability Insurance: Employer provided coverage with additional voluntary options available.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with employer match includes pre and post deduction options.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): With carryover each year.
• Paid Holidays: For full time employees.
• Wellness Programs: Access to wellness initiatives and resources.
• Discount Programs: Exclusive discounts on products and services.
• Company Merchandise Allowance: Company funded allowance for our online store.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA): With employer match.
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA): Employer funded.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): For dependent care expenses.
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP): Support for personal and professional challenges.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for training and career growth.
• Balanced Work Environment: A culture that respects boundaries so employees can recharge and bring their best selves to work.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Support for continued education or professional development.
• Professional & Career Growth: Through mentorship, continuous training, career path partnerships, goal setting, and succession planning.
• Culture & Recognition: Employee spotlights, annual Service Excellence Awards, alignment committee, philanthropy opportunities, company events, monthly new hire calls, monthly newsletters, feedback surveys, and quarterly town halls.

Additional Narrative

Choose a career where your work truly matters. At RailPros, you’ll be part of a stable, growing industry and a team driven by strong core values. We collaborate, innovate, and stay ahead of industry changes to deliver exceptional service to our clients. Our culture is built on trust, continuous improvement, and practical problem solving.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

RailPros provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates, regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations unless doing so would impose undue hardship. For accommodation requests, contact View email address on click.appcast.io.

#LI-KB2 #Hybrid