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Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field from an accredited curriculum
Minimum 7 years related experience including 5 or more years in the development of or management of rail engineering or architectural projects
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) strongly preferred
Experience managing rail industrial development design-build projects preferred
Ability to work with existing and new clients to identify new projects, articulate to the clients our ability to perform those projects, and translate that into the sale of consulting services
Ability to lead multi-discipline teams of engineers
Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) and presentation skills
Ability to perform under pressure and tight deadlines while managing multiple projects concurrently, including identification of critical path items to ensure deliverable deadlines are met
Ability to focus on the big picture to effectively and efficiently provide services that meet client needs, while also having the ability to identify and analyze details that are critical to project outcomes
Willingness to learn new service offerings as client needs and the market requires changes to the service offerings provided by our group
Willingness and ability to develop a broad set of service offering types to allow for flexibility to sell work in growing markets
Willingness to cross-sell other services offered by Client outside the project manager’s core set of services
Ability to communicate with various business contacts to understand their needs and translate them into a scope of work that meets their desired outcomes
Knowledge of rail engineering methodologies and standards
Knowledge of engineering software including MicroStation, OpenRail, Geopak, Inroads, or equivalent design/production software
Adhere to Client's safety programs, training, and policies, as well as promote and manage the Safety & Health performance of project team members and subcontractors
Work with a multi-discipline team of engineers and technicians in the design and analysis of rail engineering projects as well as the contractors and construction staff on design/build projects
Provides leadership and guidance in multiple facets of projects including safety, quality, engineering, procurement, construction, environmental compliance, project controls, and public/community relations
Develop new and manage existing client relationships while interfacing with the client for proposal and project-related items
Lead internal and external project risk reviews and consult with the Legal Department as required
Client development, maintenance, and management; contract preparation and negotiation; coordination with regulatory agencies; project planning, budgeting, and scheduling; and the establishment of critical project objectives and performances
Plans, organizes, and communicates project personnel needs to department and section management
Mentors less experienced staff on technical aspects of a project
Serves as a leader improving the latest technologies in rail engineering and transportation planning
Leading project planning, budgeting and establishing critical project objectives
Analyze and communicate project status, risks, schedule and costs to all internal and external stakeholders
Manage downstream contract administration including request for information (RFI’s), submittals, change management, contract closeout, and claims mitigation
Other duties as assigned
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The Planet Group and our companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.
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