Job Abstract

RAIL & TRANSIT PRACTICE

Whether moving people or freight, future rail and transit solutions will be determined by energy prices, a shift toward urban living and growing environmental concerns. Michael Baker helps freight, authority and state Department of Transportation clients meet these modern challenges by providing services that address key industry issues such as state of good repair, capacity, safety, community livability, asset management and maintenance, planning and development for new projects, and the promotion of environmental stewardship and sustainability.

We provide value by first understanding our clients’ needs, then working with them as a partner to identify innovative and cost-effective solutions that optimize their opportunities for success.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker continues to expand our growing construction services practice in New Jersey. To enable continued growth, Michael Baker’s Great Lakes Construction Services Practice is seeking a Railroad Construction Manager- Site/ Civil to support the client projects onsite in Croxton, New Jersey. This individual will lead construction projects and inspectors focused on providing construction services to freight rail and/or passenger rail clients within New Jersey. We are looking for a Railroad focused leader who will collaborate with our Project Manager focused on serving our rail practice and to provide high quality construction services.

The Railroad Construction Manager- Site/ Civil will supervise the planning, coordination and implementation of railroad, civil and bridge construction projects in the state of NJ. Project responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Maintain ultimate responsibility for delivery of project quality, cost, schedule, and safety:
  • Develop, maintain, distribute, and update project-specific Project Management Plan, including Health and Safety Plans and Quality Management Plans
  • Conduct safety meetings and training programs to ensure safety requirements are met
  • Coordinate audits of quality management processes and procedures
  • Sustain continuous improvement for all processes
• Provide inspection, field engineering, technical advisement for issues related to civil, track, and bridge construction activities, as-needed
• Direct and coordinate activities of project personnel to ensure progress remains on schedule and within project budget.
• Prepare project reports for management, client, or others
• Confer with project personnel to provide technical advice and resolve problems.
• Oversee and mentor junior staff.
• Attend job, CM/Design coordination meetings, and technical meetings as required.
• Coordinate with design review on RFIs and other issues
• Oversee coordination of staging, and shutdown/start-up operations to ensure uninterrupted rail, yard or facility operations
• Assist in hiring staff as needed to support project needs
• Possess proven Client Management Skills including:
  • Develop and maintain client relations to ensure satisfaction
  • Interface with Key stakeholders and community public outreach programs, as needed for the assigned project
• Occasional travel may be required
• Other duties as assigned

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• 4-year college degree in civil engineering, construction management or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in construction oversight or related experience
• Demonstrated proficiency in project safety, scheduling (CPM scheduling, Primavera, Microsoft Project), staffing, cost estimating, risk management, quality management, and project/document controls
• Ability to manage various levels and numbers of staff
• Aptitude for communicating with owner/client staff, contractors, and subconsultants (Excellent English language skills, written and verbal, are essential)
• Commitment to and confirmed track record of safely delivering projects on time, under budget, and of the utmost quality
• Dedication to project goals, client satisfaction, corporate aspirations, growth objectives, staff development, and operational excellence
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license a plus
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) a plus
• Familiarity with working in active rail projects is preferred
• Track safety certification or ability to obtain after start is required
• Proven experience working for freight rail and/or passenger rail clients is preferred

COMPENSATION
The approximate compensation range for this position is $82,804 - $155,000. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

BENEFITS
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
• Professional and personal development
• Generous paid time off
• Commuter and wellness benefits