HDR

Consulting

RailroadProjectManager

$135–185k ~AI est. United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Manager candidates.

The Brief

“Railroad Project Manager at HDR. Skills: Railroad project management, Track design, Civil design, Client management. Serve as Project Manager. Lead development of track design plans”

Industry & Context.

Consulting
Eligibility Requirements

Periodic client visits, Periodic stakeholder visits, Periodic site visits, Periodic field assessments, Periodic construction reviews

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Project Manager experience, Direct and mentor junior staff, Plan, organize, coordinate, Coordinate multi-disciplinary projects, Perform detailed QC reviews

Nice to Have

Professional Engineer (PE) license, Experience using MicroStation, Experience using OpenRoads/OpenRail, Experience using BIM Software, Experience in technical writing, Experience communicating to clients, Experience presenting to clients, Local client experience, Construction inspection experience, Construction management experience, Experience developing project scopes, Experience developing programming, Experience developing fee proposals, Experience with client management

What You'll Do.

Serve as Project Manager

Lead development of track design plans

Lead development of civil design plans

Develop track specifications

Develop civil specifications

Develop cost estimates

Develop client relationships

Identify project opportunities

Communicate between client and project team

Participate in proposal development

Participate in marketing activities

Coordinate with professionals

Coordinate multi-disciplinary projects

Coordinate planning process

Coordinate environmental process

Perform detailed QC reviews

Develop design criteria

Develop project guides

Develop project meeting notes

Develop project controls

Perform client visits

Perform stakeholder visits

Perform field assessments

Perform construction reviews

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Multi-disciplinary teams; Client and project team

Communication Scope

Client communication; Team communication; Presenting to clients

Process & Methodology

Scope management, Budget management, Schedule management, Design criteria development, Project guides, Project controls

Full Job Description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects

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