Construction Manager - Rail & Transit

RINA

$140K — $180K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of railroad construction experience, specifically Class I railroads.
  • Proven oversight of railroad contractors and projects.
  • Strong ability to read and comprehend complex contract documents.
  • Experience in heavy civil construction or special trackwork fabrication and installation.
  • High School Diploma required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
  • Familiarity with electronic file management systems, such as e-Builder.
  • Preferred experience with rail and transit mainline, yards, and structures.

Responsibilities

  • Review contractor work and conduct field inspections for compliance.
  • Document progress and identify budgetary issues, providing recommendations.
  • Hold conferences with project personnel to discuss work plans.
  • Conduct regular safety inspections to maintain compliance.
  • Recommend approvals for variations from project plans.
  • Coordinate installation activities among various stakeholders.
  • Review technical correspondence to ensure accuracy and efficiency.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
  • 401K plan with company match and discretionary contributions.
  • Paid time off and holidays, fostering work-life balance.
  • Tuition reimbursement and nursery grant to support employee development.
  • Employee assistance program and identity theft protection services.
Full Job Description
RINA is currently recruiting for a Construction Manager - Rail & Transit to join its office in Alexandria, VA within the North America Infrastructure & Mobility Division. This position is fully on-site so does not offer a hybrid work option. Use of a Company vehicle is available.

This Construction Manager will join our team working with CSX Transportation on the Transforming Rail in Virginia (TRV) Program. This Program is making generational investments delivering on its vision to provide high-performance passenger and commuter rail service that connects our communities and increases economic growth.

The Virginia Passenger Rail Authority's (VPRA's) implementation of these projects will change how Virginians travel, removing traffic from roads and highways, and increasing commuting options in all corners of the state while improving performance and reliability. VPRA's partnerships, capital projects, and infrastructure enhancement programs will grow the Commonwealth's rail network by adding additional passenger and commuter services by doubling the state-supported Amtrak service between Washington, DC and Richmond.

Compensation Data

$140,000 - $180,000 commensurate with education and experience.

Mission

RINA's role as Program Manager/Construction Manager (PM/CM) for CSX Transportation provides a unique and exciting opportunity for an experienced Construction Manager for the TRV Program. The Construction Manager (CM) is a project level position and reports directly to the overall TRV Program Manager (PM).

The Construction Manager will oversee construction contract work on a daily basis for compliance with the CSXT's safety, quality, cost and schedule objectives, as defined in the construction contract documents. The CM, in addition to overseeing the work, will pro-actively address issues as they arise by bringing them to the attention of the PM for resolution in a timely manner. The CM will prepare daily reports recording the construction activities, manpower, equipment, materials, and quality and safety issues.

Key Accountabilities

RINA's role as Program Manager/Construction Manager (PM/CM) for CSX Transportation provides a unique and exciting opportunity for an experienced Construction Manager for the TRV Program. The Construction Manager (CM) is a project level position and reports directly to the overall TRV Program Manager (PM).

The Construction Manager will oversee construction contract work on a daily basis for compliance with the CSXT's safety, quality, cost and schedule objectives, as defined in the construction contract documents. The CM, in addition to overseeing the work, will pro-actively address issues as they arise by bringing them to the attention of the PM for resolution in a timely manner. The CM will prepare daily reports recording the construction activities, manpower, equipment, materials, and quality and safety issues.

  • Review contractors work, conduct field inspections and investigations, ensuring the effective performance of construction activities as well conformance with all contract documents, project plans and specifications.
  • Check construction records and document progress to identify project schedules and cost problem areas, making recommendations as needed.
  • Hold periodic conferences with project personnel to review work plans and individual responsibility.
  • Conduct regular safety inspections.
  • Recommend approval of variations from plans and specifications.
  • Coordinate installation activities.
  • Review technical correspondence with contractors to check technical accuracy and promptness of payments.
  • Ensure budgetary goals are met and that all work is performed in a timely and cost-effective manner.
  • Obtain necessary certifications to advance the construction process as well as to ensure proper project closeout.
  • Compute construction quantities and prepare reports for interim and final payments.
  • Review construction work of contractors and subcontractors to ensure compliance with contract documents, reporting any discrepancy to the Resident Engineer.
  • Maintain a daily project diary, files, test reports, etc. as directed by the Resident Engineer or Project Manager.
  • Perform load counts of material delivered to construction sites.
  • Obtain samples of materials to be sent to the laboratory for testing purposes.
  • Perform inspections of construction materials at source and on project sites for conformity to specifications
  • Confer with contractor representatives, State and other officials concerning construction work.


Qualifications

  • 10+ years railroad construction related experience; Class I experience required.
  • Experience with oversight of railroad contractors.
  • Experience reading and comprehending contract documents.
  • Experience with special trackwork fabrication and installation and/or heavy civil construction
  • High School Diploma/GED. Bachelor's Degree preferred.
  • Familiarity with electronic file management systems; e-Builder or similar
  • Experience with rail & transit mainline, yards and structures preferred.

Additional Requirements
  • Valid driver's license


The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

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Competencies
  • WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.
  • FORESIGHT & INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.
  • PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.
  • INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.
  • DOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.

RINA North America provides a comprehensive benefits package, including the following insurance options: Medical, Dental, Vision, Medical Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Transit, Parking, Basic Life, Basic AD&D, Voluntary Life, Voluntary AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Accident, Voluntary Critical Illness, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program. Additional benefits provided include paid time off, company holidays, tuition reimbursement, nursery grant, travel resource services, and 401K plan with company discretionary match.

At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas.

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