Lochmueller Group

Civil Engineering Project Manager - Rail Services

Lochmueller Group • $110K — $130K *
Dallas, TX 75217In-Person
Transportation
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field required.
  • 10+ years in rail engineering or transportation project management.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
  • Experience with complex projects for rail owners and public agencies required.
  • Familiarity with major rail companies like CSX and Norfolk Southern is highly desired.
  • Strong understanding of rail design principles and regulations (FRA, AREMA, etc.).
  • Excellent communication skills and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

  • Lead rail-focused projects from initiation to completion.
  • Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, and resources effectively.
  • Communicate with clients to understand their project needs and expectations.
  • Lead and delegate tasks to project teams.
  • Provide technical oversight on rail design and construction aspects.
  • Oversee project planning, design, and implementation phases.
  • Mentor junior engineers and promote their professional growth.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance including dental and vision.
  • Flexible work arrangements including remote options.
  • Generous vacation, holiday, and sick leave policies.
  • 401k plan with company matching and employee ownership program.
  • Support for professional development and education expenses.
Full Job Description
Lochmueller Group has a great opportunity for an experienced civil engineering and project manager to join our Transportation team as a Rail Project Manager. This position will be responsible for leading and delivering rail and rail-adjacent infrastructure projects, including work for public agencies, Class I railroads, short lines, and industrial rail clients. This is a great opportunity for a seasoned professional to lead a variety of rail-related projects while working in a collaborative, people-centric, and values-driven firm. This position can be based out of any of the following locations: Dallas-Fort Worth, TX; Overland Park, KS; Omaha, NE; or Atlanta, GA.

Key responsibilities of this role will include:

  • Serving as a Project Manager for rail-focused projects, providing leadership from project initiation through delivery.
  • Managing project scope, budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure successful outcomes.
  • Coordinating and communicating with clients to understand project goals, requirements, and expectations.
  • Leading project teams and delegating work to project staff.
  • Providing technical oversight and guidance related to rail design, analysis, and construction considerations.
  • Taking a lead role in project planning, design, and implementation.
  • Mentoring junior engineers and supporting the professional development of staff.
  • Preparing and reviewing project scopes, fee proposals, schedules, and work plans.
  • Reviewing complete project documents, ensuring quality and compliance with relevant codes, standards, and regulations.
  • Serving as a technical resource and advisor for rail-related initiatives.


Qualifications for this role:

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in rail engineering, rail infrastructure, or transportation-related project management.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred, but not required.
  • Experience managing complex projects for rail owners, public agencies, or industrial clients.
  • Experience managing projects with CSX, Norfolk Southern, and/or Union Pacific is highly desired.
  • Strong understanding of rail design principles, construction practices, and applicable regulations (e.g., FRA, AREMA, or similar).
  • Demonstrated ability to lead project teams, manage multiple projects, and drive projects to successful completion.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • High level of accountability, professionalism, and commitment to quality.


What we offer:

  • Health & Wellness: medical, dental, vision, disability, and basic life insurance w/ option for additional voluntary life insurance
  • Work/Life Balance: vacation, holidays, sick leave, maternity/paternity leave, flexible scheduling & telecommuting opportunities
  • Wealth-Building: 401k w/ company match, student loan repayment benefit, ESOP, competitive compensation package
  • Professional Benefits: professional membership dues, career & educational development


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