Civil Engineering Project Manager - Rail Services

About the role

Lochmueller Group seeks an experienced civil engineer and project manager to lead rail and rail-adjacent infrastructure projects for public agencies, Class I railroads, short lines, and industrial rail clients. This role offers the opportunity to manage a variety of rail-related projects from a choice of offices in Dallas–Fort Worth, TX; Overland Park, KS; Omaha, NE; or Atlanta, GA. The position emphasizes leadership within a collaborative, people-centric, and values-driven firm.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Project Manager for rail-focused projects, providing leadership from project initiation through delivery
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure successful outcomes
• Coordinate and communicate with clients to understand project goals, requirements, and expectations
• Lead project teams and delegate work to project staff
• Provide technical oversight and guidance related to rail design, analysis, and construction considerations
• Take a lead role in project planning, design, and implementation
• Mentor junior engineers and support the professional development of staff
• Prepare and review project scopes, fee proposals, schedules, and work plans
• Review complete project documents, ensuring quality and compliance with relevant codes, standards, and regulations
• Serve as a technical resource and advisor for rail-related initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field
• 10+ years of progressive experience in rail engineering, rail infrastructure, or transportation-related project management
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred, but not required
• Experience managing complex projects for rail owners, public agencies, or industrial clients
• Experience managing projects with CSX, Norfolk Southern, and/or Union Pacific is highly desired
• Strong understanding of rail design principles, construction practices, and applicable regulations (e.g., FRA, AREMA, or similar)
• Demonstrated ability to lead project teams, manage multiple projects, and drive projects to successful completion
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• High level of accountability, professionalism, and commitment to quality

Benefits

• Health & Wellness: medical, dental, vision, disability, and basic life insurance with option for additional voluntary life insurance
• Work/Life Balance: vacation, holidays, sick leave, maternity/paternity leave, flexible scheduling & telecommuting opportunities
• Wealth-Building: 401k with company match, student loan repayment benefit, ESOP, competitive compensation package
• Professional Benefits: professional membership dues, career & educational development