BNSF Railway Company

Reg Mgr Economic Development (Territory WA, OR and ID)

BNSF Railway Company$107K — $135K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Broad knowledge of railroad operations and related business issues.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proven ability to influence and work collaboratively in teams.
  • Self-directed with a history of achieving results.
  • Strong analytical and computer skills.
  • Ability to manage a heavy workload with shifting priorities.

Responsibilities

  • Direct, plan, and implement industrial location expansion.
  • Develop strategic plans for asset utilization.
  • Coordinate site aspects like construction and zoning.
  • Maintain site inventory and build community networks.
  • Generate revenue-enhancing strategic plans.
  • Qualify business opportunities and collaborate on rail solutions.
  • Assist in ROI analysis for industrial projects.

Benefits

  • Industry-leading 401(k) and Railroad Retirement program.
  • Comprehensive health care options including medical, dental, and mental health.
  • Employer-funded HSA and free life/disability insurance.
  • Family support benefits including adoption reimbursement.
  • Access to travel and wellness discounts.
  • Annual bonus opportunity through Incentive Compensation Program.
  • Generous leave and time-off policies.
Full Job Description
Job Location: Vancouver
Other Potential Locations: Seattle, WA; Vancouver, WA
Anticipated Start Date: 09/07/2026
Number of Positions: 1
Salary Range: $107,000-$135,000

Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Direct, plan, and implement the location and expansion of profitable industries through coordination with the BNSF Marketing groups, customers, developers, state, local officials, and with other BNSF departments.

Develop strategic plans for efficient and cost-effective utilization of BNSF and private assets that provide for the ongoing process of expanding BNSF's strategic network.

Coordinate all aspects of locations, including track construction, lease and/or purchase, site identification, zoning, environmental impact, etc., to create quality growth.

Maintain an inventory of available sites; foster a broad network; and develop relationships with communities, industry/customer officials, federal, state, local government officials, economic development agencies, developers, real estate brokers, and site consultants.

Generate strategic plans for enhancing the revenue base consistent with overall Company and Business Unit plans and strategies.

Qualify business opportunities and work closely with BNSF Premier Transload network to provide rail solutions and alternatives.

Assist in development of cost/benefit (ROI) analysis and implement the results in the negotiation of industrial projects.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Broad knowledge of railroad operations; general business issues; real estate matters; economics; and marketing policies, strategies, and practices.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to positively influence others to complete tasks and work as a team.
  • Self-directed individual with track record of results.
  • Strong analytical and computer skills.
  • Ability to handle significant workload in an environment with rapidly changing priorities.
  • Able to travel on business a minimum of 50% of time and be on call to meet the demands of the business.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Three years of Corporate Real Estate and/or Site Selection Consultant experience.
  • Bachelor's Degree or higher in Business, Marketing, Engineering, Economics or Economic Development.
  • MBA or Graduate degree.
  • Three years of economic development, marketing, real estate, engineering, rail operations, planning and development, or industrial development experience.
  • Proficient in SalesForce.

At BNSF, you will have access to a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including:
  • An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program.
  • A range of robust health care options for you and your dependents (including domestic partners), including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, cancer support, and high-quality care network options.
  • Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, as well as life and disability insurance, provided at no cost.
  • Family benefits including parental, pediatric and family building support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and dependent care spending account (with employer match).
  • Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services and wellness support.
  • Annual bonus (Incentive Compensation Program)
  • Generous leave / time off policies.
  • For more information, visit Benefits.

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All positions require pre-employment background verification, medical review and pre-employment drug screen. You can find more information by reviewing the Hiring Process. Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC. More information is available at https://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic

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About BNSF Railway Company

BNSF Railway Company is one of the largest freight railroad networks in North America, with 32,500 miles of rail across the western two-thirds of the United States. The company was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas. BNSF Railway Company is a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. and operates as a standalone entity. The company provides transportation services for a wide range of commodities, including consumer goods, coal, industrial products, and agricultural products. BNSF Railway Company has a strong commitment to safety and environmental sustainability, and has invested heavily in technology and infrastructure to improve efficiency and reduce emissions.
Learn more about BNSF Railway Company
Size
42,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1994

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