Track Services- Project Manager & Estimating - Illinois

Railserve is hiring an experienced, safety-focused Project Manager to oversee rail construction and maintenance projects across active customer sites. This is a full-time leadership role responsible for project execution, customer coordination, operational oversight, and maintaining a strong safety culture. In this role, you will oversee rail construction and maintenance projects while coordinating with customers, vendors, and internal teams to ensure safe and efficient project execution.

Responsibilities

Walk railroad tracks to identify deficiencies and prepare project proposals and pricing recommendations; Read and analyze requests for proposals (RFPs) and develop professional customer responses; Oversee project operations to ensure customer requirements and project expectations are met; Coordinate crews, equipment, materials, and vendors across multiple job sites; Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with company procedures and regulations; Maintain strong customer relationships by delivering high levels of service and operational support; Conduct inspections of crews, tools, vehicles, and equipment; Support pricing analysis, budgeting, cost tracking, and operational forecasting; Monitor payroll, fuel, equipment, and project costs to ensure operational efficiency; Manage inventory, purchase orders, and material deliveries to job sites; Coordinate preventive maintenance programs with mechanical teams; Assist in workforce planning and crew scheduling to ensure balanced skill coverage; Complete administrative reporting including billing, audits, evaluations, and project reporting; Lead and support field crews to ensure projects are completed safely and on schedule; Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills; Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical documents, and safety procedures; Experience preparing proposals, reports, and customer correspondence; Strong understanding of budgeting, cost management, and project coordination; Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word; Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment; Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions; Ability to lift and move equipment as needed; Ability to travel as required

Nice to have

College degree in Building and Construction Technology or equivalent construction management experience; Experience in railroad construction, maintenance, or industrial operations

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage; Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance; Company-paid sickness and accident income; 401(k) with company match; Annual safety shoe reimbursement; Prescription safety wear; Holiday pay; Vacation; Marmon employee discount program