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Railroad Project Manager

$126.59k - $161.41k

Arcadis

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together. Role Description Arcadis is seeking a Railroad Project Manager to join our team within the North America mobility group. We are looking to grow our team of railroad industry professionals throughout North America. This position has a location preference for Chattanooga, TN, Jacksonville, FL, Chicago, IL, or Omaha, NE with other locations in the US considered. As a Railroad Project Manager, you will be responsible for the overall delivery of complex railroad projects throughout North America. Depending on the clients and projects you support, you will utilize a Design-Bid-Build or a Design-Build approach for design development and may be involved in all aspects of railroad planning, design, and construction support services. This position has flexible working hours, and you will join a collaborative team that truly values its people. Role Accountabilities Overseeing multi-disciplinary design coordination and providing technical leadership to project teams Coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to align strategic objectives and progress Acting as primary client point of contact for project execution, planning and leading formal and informal touchpoints Leading client meetings, responding to enquiries, and collaborating across all stages of the project lifecycle Spearheading strategic pursuits, creating winning delivery strategies, fee projections to achieve financial targets of the business, and creating the most advantageous delivery approach Taking responsibility for financial and project management controls which enable monitoring, modification and forecasting as appropriate Managing the acquisition, deployment, and optimization of resources for the project Driving timely service delivery including technical and commercial outcomes and undertaking reviews, ensuring delivery is above client expectation Ability to effectively implement design delivery best practice including risk and change management, project set-up and planning Travel is required which will include overnight stays Qualifications & Experience Required Qualifications Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited university 10 or more years’ relevant experience, including leadership of the development and implementation of engineering solutions PE License Key Attributes Experience using industry-standard computer software such as MicroStation / OpenRoads / OpenRail, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS, and Hydrologic/Hydraulic modeling programs/software Familiarity with government, client, and industry local codes, regulations, and standards governing design and construction projects in their respective field Understanding of all aspects of design including alignments, layout, grading, drainage, and erosion control and storm water pollution prevention plans related to Railroad and/or Industrial Facility design Ability to complete and assemble construction and permitting drawing packages Preferred Qualifications Previous experiences with Class I Rail projects and/or large industrial projects Knowledge of AREMA Manual and various agency standards Benefits Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 20 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $126,592 - $161,405. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location. Equal Opportunity and Diversity Statement We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non‑discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Arcadis

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