HDR · 3 weeks ago
Senior Project Manager Engineer (Freight Rail)
HDR is a company specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental, and construction services. They are seeking a highly motivated Senior Project Manager to support HDR's Freight Rail Market Sector, responsible for managing projects and responding to client needs related to rail projects.
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Responsibilities
Take responsibility for all aspects of client and design-team management of Class I railroad, freight, short line, commuter, and rail transit projects
Plan, direct, supervise, and monitor all aspects of multidisciplinary projects with a high degree of technical complexity and involving a large project staff of professionals and technicians; manage the assembly of design, plans, specifications, construction estimate packages, and other deliverables
Produce and coordinate several projects concurrently
Serve as Project Manager on small, medium, and large transportation projects
Serve as a point of contact between the client and HDR and help to enhance client relationships and be involved in contractual, design, and production meetings
Participate in proposal development and other marketing activities as a seller-doer pursuit champion or support role, as appropriate
Implement QA/QC procedures and perform detailed QC reviews of railway projects
Work with Freight Rail Market Sector Leader and other area managers to coordinate staffing and workload through the entire project development to complete deliverables on schedule
Work with Freight Rail Market Sector Leader and other area managers to supervise project staff, act as mentor for less-experienced Project Managers, and execute training for personnel as established by strategic plans
Perform other duties, as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in related field
10 years related experience
A minimum of 5 years of project management experience
Familiar with Microsoft Office, estimating and scheduling software, project management software
Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Preferred
Minimum 15 years of experience within the railroad engineering industry and managing multidisciplinary railway projects and teams in office and field environments
Construction inspection or construction management experience
Professional Engineering (PE) license
Knowledge of Class I railroad public projects and engineering requirements
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Ability to handle multiple assignments
Ability to travel for client meetings, site visits, field assessments, and construction management, as required
Demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office software (i.e., Word, Excel, Project), engineering software (e.g., AutoCAD, MicroStation, OpenRoads/OpenRail), estimating and scheduling software (e.g., Primavera P3 or SureTrak), and project management software (e.g., Prolog)
Must be able to pass a background check
Must be legally able to work in the United States and have a valid U.S. Driver's License
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Short and long-term disability
Life insurance
An employee assistance program
Paid time away
Parental leave
Paid holidays
A retirement savings plan with employer match
Employee referral bonus
Tuition reimbursement
Company
HDR
HDR is an employee-owned design firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. We’re ranked No.
Funding
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The Magnificent Mile Association
2025-11-11
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