Project Manager/Railway and Civil Design

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.

With a base in our local office in Moon Township, PA, Cleveland, OH, or Chicago, IL, in a hybrid work environment, Michael Baker is seeking a talented Rail Project Manager with a specialization in track and civil design, to help make a difference in our Rail and Transit Practice.

Consideration will be given to full-time remote work for exceptional candidates.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate experience on design projects for Class I railroads and/or local and national rail transit agencies and be able to support projects and offices across the country for railroads, transit agencies, and DOTs.

Responsibilities include:


* Reviews project proposal or plan to determine scope, time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing project, staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources to various phases of project.


* Establishes work plan and staffing for each phase of project and arranges for recruitment or assignment of project personnel.


* Develops/implements project plans/methodologies for complex projects, varying between single and multi-discipline practices.


* Consults with project staff to outline workplan and to assign duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority; manages the resources of the project.


* Directs and coordinates activities of project personnel to ensure project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget.


* Perform analysis of project management development and success in order to align with company goals and strategies.


* Reviews status reports prepared by project personnel and modifies schedules or plans as required.


* Prepares project reports for management, client, or others, and performs cost management analysis.


* Develops and maintains client engagement to ensure satisfaction.


* Leverages project successes to win future projects.


* Coordinates project activities with other railroad departments and projects


* Coordinates project activities with government agencies as required.


* Conducts safety meetings and training programs to ensure safety requirements are met.


* Collects, compiles, and analyzes project files.

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