5+ years of construction management experience in rail or heavy civil projects
Proven track record in managing rail track construction or maintenance
Strong grasp of field operations and contractor oversight
Experience with project budgeting, scheduling, and change management
Knowledge of rail construction techniques and civil infrastructure
Familiarity with OSHA regulations; FRA experience preferred
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities
Capability to thrive in active construction and rail environments
Responsibilities
Lead field execution of rail infrastructure projects from start to finish
Manage daily construction activities to ensure safety, schedule, and budget compliance
Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams
Oversee rail construction tasks including track installation and civil work
Monitor project schedules, budgets, and construction progress
Conduct site inspections for quality and compliance
Enforce safety standards and promote a strong safety culture
Identify and resolve project risks to minimize delays
Prepare reports and updates for senior leadership and stakeholders
Support project closeout and documentation processes
Benefits
Long-term contract opportunity
Hands-on leadership role in a growing division
Onsite work with occasional travel to Hockley, TX
Focus on safety and quality in construction practices
Opportunity to work on significant rail infrastructure projects
Full Job Description
Description
EPMA is recruiting for a Construction Manager - Rail Infrastructure to support a growing Rail Division delivering capital rail construction projects throughout South Texas. This is a hands-on field leadership role for someone who understands what it takes to build and maintain rail infrastructure-not just manage schedules from an office.
This position requires working onsite Monday through Friday in Victoria, TX, with occasional work in Hockley, TX. Candidates should already reside in South Texas or be within a reasonable daily commuting distance.
Title: Construction Manager - Rail Infrastructure
Location: Victoria, TX - Onsite (occasional work in Hockley, TX)
Duration: Long Term Contract
W2 Only. No C2C / No Visa Sponsorship
Key Responsibilities
Lead the field execution of rail infrastructure and track construction projects from mobilization through project closeout.
Manage day-to-day construction activities, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget.
Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, inspectors, engineers, and internal project teams.
Oversee rail construction activities including track installation, civil site work, grading, drainage, crossings, and related infrastructure.
Monitor project schedules, budgets, procurement, change orders, and construction progress.
Conduct regular site inspections to ensure quality workmanship and compliance with contract documents.
Enforce OSHA, FRA, and company safety standards while promoting a strong safety culture.
Identify project risks and proactively resolve field issues to minimize delays.
Prepare project reports and provide regular updates to senior leadership and project stakeholders.
Support project commissioning, turnover, punch list completion, and closeout documentation.
Required Qualifications
5+ years of construction management experience delivering rail, heavy civil, or transportation infrastructure projects.
Proven experience managing rail track construction or rail maintenance projects.
Strong understanding of field construction operations and contractor management.
Experience managing project budgets, schedules, forecasting, and change orders.
Knowledge of rail construction methods, civil installation, and infrastructure development.
Working knowledge of OSHA safety regulations; FRA experience is highly preferred.
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively in active construction and rail operating environments.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
