Project Manager (Railways

Hanson Values

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If you’re looking for a firm that encourages innovative thinking and challenges you every day, with an opportunity to learn and advance, a career at Hanson is right for you. The belief in sustainability within our company’s practices creates a focus on client success and partnerships that are important to our communities and our environment.

We're seeking an experienced and driven Project Manager to join our growing Railways Market in the Pacific Northwest. Based in our Seattle office, this critical role lets you manage complex, high-impact rail and rail-related transportation projects across the Northwest and Western United States while working alongside a multidisciplinary team of engineers, planners, and technical professionals.

This position plays a crucial role in delivering freight rail, passenger rail, and railway related infrastructure projects that improve mobility, safety, reliability, and economic growth across the region. The successful candidate will combine strong project management skills, technical expertise, and client relationship management to help expand Hanson's presence within the rail industry.

A Day in the Life as a Railways Project Manager

Drive Project Success

• Lead railway or railway-related infrastructure projects from planning and preliminary engineering through final design and construction support.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and key project stakeholders.
• Develop and manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, and staffing plans.
• Ensure successful project delivery while maintaining strong client relationships

• Manage projects involving freight rail, passenger rail, commuter rail, transit, intermodal facilities, yards, terminals, grade crossing improvements, bridges, drainage, and supporting civil infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and railroad-specific design standards and requirements.
• Collaborate with railroad owners, transit agencies, public agencies, and utility stakeholders to advance project delivery.

• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing team environment.
• Promote a culture focused on safety, technical excellence, innovation, and client service.

• Monitor project budgets, schedules, forecasts, and profitability.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality expectations.
• Manage project risks and proactively resolve challenges.

• Strengthen relationships with Class I railroads, short-line railroads, transit agencies, ports, public agencies, and rail industry stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities for expanded services and strategic growth throughout the Pacific Northwest and Western U.S.
• Participate in business development activities, including proposals, interviews, client presentations, and industry engagement.

• Oversee QA/QC processes and adherence to company standards and client requirements.
• Promote innovative solutions that improve project performance, safety, and client satisfaction.

What You'll Bring to the Table

Leadership & Relationship Skills

• Demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong client relationship and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication abilities.
• Proven ability to mentor, motivate, and develop team members.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• A proactive and results-oriented approach to project delivery.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of railway infrastructure planning, design, and project delivery is highly desirable.
• Experience managing project financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and resource planning.
• Knowledge of railroad coordination processes, design criteria, and industry standards is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Experience with MicroStation/OpenRoads and/or AutoCAD, GIS platforms, and related engineering software is preferred.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related engineering discipline.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in railway, transportation, transit, or infrastructure engineering.
• Proven success managing project scope, schedule, budget, and client relationships.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in Washington State or the ability to obtain Washington licensure within six months.
• Experience working with freight railroads, passenger rail operators, transit agencies, ports, state DOTs, or public-sector transportation clients is strongly preferred.
• Experience with design-build or alternative project delivery methods is a plus.
• Knowledge of Pacific Northwest transportation and rail markets is highly desirable.

Salary dependent upon experience:

$120,000 - $140,000

Our focus on people means we offer a generous benefits program to help you create a solid foundation for health and security throughout your career, including:

• Competitive compensation
• Performance bonuses
• 401(k) with matching contribution
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Comprehensive health & well-being plans
• Financial wellness plans
• Work-life balance programs

Want to know more? Visit our benefits page for all the details.

We understand that selecting a job is about more than the day-to-day tasks. It’s important to feel like you belong and safe to grow and progress along your career path. You’ll find that at Hanson. We have an inclusive, diverse workforce awaiting to connect with you and numerous opportunities to cultivate your career, including:

• Monthly educational webinars
• Leadership training
• Lunch & learn development sessions
• 24/7 access to thousands of skill-building courses
• Mentorship opportunities
• Award-winning internship program
• Employee recognition
• And so much more!

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