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Herzog Railroad Services

Supports railroad maintenance with specialty equipment

Project Manager

Full-TimeDeadline 9/22/27
No salary listed
Senior, Expert
Bachelor's
United States
In PersonTravel up to 75%, with long durations on location.
Project & Program ManagementProject Management

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Seven to ten years of experience performing project management duties on large-scale projects, including at least three years directly executing solar and battery energy storage system projects.
  • Ability to travel up to 75% with long durations on location.
  • Strong leadership, diplomatic, and motivational skills, including the ability to lead up, across, and down the organization.
  • Demonstrated success in the project management function of a construction firm.
  • Proven success managing subcontractors and developing and executing innovative project changes.
  • Success developing forecasts, costing and pricing change orders, and maximizing profits.
  • Demonstrated ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering, procurement, and construction contracts.
  • A valid driver's license and any endorsements required for the position.
  • Ability to meet the role's physical demands, including light lifting up to 20 pounds, walking on uneven surfaces, occasional use of step ladders or stairs, extended sitting and standing, kneeling, bending and squatting, passing required color and vision examinations, distinguishing required auditory signals, working around loud noise and heavy or moving machinery, and working outdoors in all weather conditions.
  • Ability to complete and maintain required safety certification and testing annually.
Responsibilities
  • Execute solar photovoltaic projects while maintaining budget and schedule.
  • Manage and direct project management activities and act as a liaison between key stakeholders throughout the project.
  • Drive project execution, keeping projects on schedule and on budget while maintaining relationships with clients, stakeholders, and vendors.
  • Maintain customer service with clients and stakeholders.
  • Evaluate installer progress reports to manage project risks.
  • Present project progress, key findings, and recommendations.
  • Manage weekly calls with contractors to discuss project progress.
  • Engage and coordinate internal resources, engineers, consultants, and solar installers in preparing and executing project plans through completion.
  • Review and take ownership of project budgets, including permit and fee costs, third-party consultants, and off-site and site-work construction costs.
  • Coordinate and manage solar installers, conduct project meetings, and provide weekly progress reports to clients.
  • Assist in preparing and negotiating construction bid amounts and contract terms.
  • Conduct site evaluation and due diligence, including hiring consultants and evaluating or overseeing them when required.
  • Participate in and promote Herzog's culture and essential behaviors, and maintain regular, predictable attendance and punctuality.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Report safety violations to the immediate supervisor and adhere to established safety policies and procedures.
Desired Qualifications
  • A degree in Construction Management.

About the company

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Herzog Railroad Services

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Herzog Railroad Services provides specialty equipment and field services for railroad maintenance and construction support across North America. Its capabilities include ballast distribution, material handling, right-of-way surveys, railcar leasing and railcar repair for freight railroads, transit systems, ports and industrial customers. The company uses purpose-built machines to unload and recover rail, ties and other track materials, place aggregate and support maintenance within limited work windows. As part of the Herzog family of companies, it combines equipment operations with engineering, research and development, fleet maintenance and repair services for railroad infrastructure projects.

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What believers are saying

  • Health coverage: the electrician posting includes medical and dental benefits, with plans varying by project and location.
  • Entry route: the laborer role requires a high school qualification while prior industrial experience is preferred.
  • Engineering mentorship: research interns work directly with engineering professionals on technical development projects.

What critics are saying

  • Travel and weekend work: the electrician role requires availability for both.
  • Heavy carrying: laborers must occasionally carry up to seventy-five pounds.
  • Recurring qualification: research interns must maintain required safety certifications and testing annually.

What makes Herzog Railroad Services unique

  • Dedicated repair network: the division operates two centrally located railcar repair facilities.
  • Railcar quality credentials: its repair offering carries AAR M-1003 new-car certification.
  • Remote rail release: its tie-down equipment lets unloading crews select and unclamp rails remotely.

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