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RailroadTrackProjectManager

$150–240k Boston, Massachusetts, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Manager candidates.

The Brief

“Railroad Track Project Manager. Skills: Railroad track construction, Project management, Crew supervision. Manage field activities. Plan projects”

Industry & Context.

Logistics
Problems you'll solve

Analytical; Problem-solving

Eligibility Requirements

Work some weekends, Work in extreme weather, Walk on uneven surfaces, Work in loud conditions, Work around heavy/moving equipment, Bend for extended time, Walk for extended time, Stand for extended time, Sit for extended time, Willing to travel

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

5 years of railroad track construction experience, Must be able to work well with others, Must be able to work under time pressure, Must maintain composure under stress, Must be able to lift 50 pounds

Nice to Have

MBTA commuter rail experience, Massachusetts transit project experience, 4 year college degree in Construction Management/Engineering, 3+ years of managing/supervising work crews

What You'll Do.

Manage field activities

Supervise onsite track crews

Direct onsite track crews

Coordinate emergency responses

Ensure proper maintenance of onsite equipment

Draft project reports

Submit project reports

Maintain project reports

Draft daily field logs

Submit daily field logs

Maintain daily field logs

Complete daily inspections of job site

Ensure field work conforms to contract documents

Coordinate with MBTA representatives

Coordinate with Keolis Commuter Services representatives

Coordinate with Massachusetts DOT representatives

Oversee track construction operations

Oversee track rehabilitation operations

Oversee track maintenance operations

Manage track geometry compliance

Manage track alignment compliance

Manage track surface compliance

Coordinate track protection

Coordinate work zone safety

Oversee switch installation

Oversee crossing installation

Oversee OTM machine operations

Oversee specialty trackwork

Monitor track inspection

Document track inspection

Identify track defects

Initiate corrective action

Manage track outage windows

Manage track access agreements

Manage timely return-to-service

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Owner's representatives; Coworkers; Direct supervisors; MBTA representatives; Keolis Commuter Services; Massachusetts DOT representatives; Owner's engineering team

Communication Scope

Professional manner communication

Process & Methodology

Project completion on time, Project completion within budget

Full Job Description

## Responsibilities Manage field activities across track scope on Massachusetts project sites Plan, organize, and direct projects to ensure completion on time and within budget Supervise and direct onsite track crews Resolve crises and coordinate emergency responses in compliance with MBTA and FRA protocols Ensure proper maintenance of onsite equipment for all operations Draft, submit, and maintain project reports, RFIs, submittals, and daily field logs Complete daily inspections of job site and ensure field work conforms to contract documents Coordinate with MBTA, Keolis Commuter Services, and Massachusetts DOT representatives as required Availability to work some weekends (OT paid for this) Track Responsibilities Oversee track construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance operations including rail, tie, and ballast work on Massachusetts revenue service lines Manage track geometry, alignment, and surface compliance per FRA Track Safety Standards (49 CFR Part 213) and applicable MBTA engineering standards Coordinate flagging, track protection, and work zone safety per Massachusetts transit authority rules and GCOR/NORAC operating procedures Oversee switch and crossing installation, OTM machine operations, and specialty trackwork in subway, commuter rail, and freight environments Monitor and document track inspection results; identify defects and initiate corrective action with the owner’s engineering team Manage track outage windows, track access agreements, and timely return-to-service for revenue operations ## Skill Requirements Good interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills Knowledge of track construction required; familiarity with MBTA engineering standards and Massachusetts transit authority operating rules preferred Computer knowledge: Familiar with Microsoft Suites Understanding safety guidelines Attention to detail and excellent time management skills Analytical and strong problem-solving ability The ability to communicate in a professional manner

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