Assistant Project Manager

Benefits Offering

RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives.  We offer comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees, including competitive pay, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, and additional performance incentives. 

Compensation

$135000 - $155000 / year 

Position Summary

Assists the project manager in managing rail construction projects including executing plans, organizing, budgeting, and cost reporting.  Assists in meeting project requirements and controlling costs by coordinating and effectively utilizing all the resources needed on each project.   

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Assists in assessing scope of work and resources required to successfully complete the project.  
• Assists in verifying estimates based on detailed review of proposal specifications.  
• Supervises project activities to ensure that the project is executed in accordance with designs, budgets, and schedules; takes appropriate action to minimize the impact of deviations.  
• Assists with resolution of any problems that may arise during project execution.  
• Assists with monitoring the efficient use of materials and equipment and the contractual performance of the project; works with project staff to ensure that assigned duties and responsibility are performed per agreed upon expectations.  
• Assists in coordinating onsite activities.  
• Assists with ensuring that quality, productivity, and safety standards are being met  
• Attends project meetings.  
• Assists with the administration of financial tracking systems to monitor project costs and estimates.  
• Performs administrative and recordkeeping duties.  

Required Skills and Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of heavy civil construction industry experience required; railroad construction experience a plus  
• Basic knowledge of project accounting, project controls (cost, schedule, change management, etc.), material management, contract management, subcontract management, safety, and quality  
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.   
• Strong organizational and administrative skills.  
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.  

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Frequently works outdoors at construction sites and occasionally works indoors.   
• Frequently stands, walks, climbs, balances, stoops, and crouches while negotiating work areas under construction.   
• Sits, reads, writes, and uses a keyboard.   
• May be exposed to harsh weather conditions including very hot and very cold weather.  
• May be exposed to loud noise.  

Company Overview

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position.  There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned. 

RailWorks is North America’s leading rail maintenance and infrastructure solutions provider. With over 100 years of experience, our geographic footprint enables us to quickly serve our customers and provides ample opportunities for our employees to grow their careers within the company. We take on challenging projects every day and our success relies on a collaborative, safe, and open-minded work environment that encourages teamwork, positivity, and ingenuity. We are committed to creating a culture of trust, respect, and acceptance.