Project Manager - Rail

WHAT LJA HAS TO OFFER LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders.

Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands-on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services. WHAT MAKES LJA DIFFERENT At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We’re guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success.

Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide: Employee-owned. Client-focused Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace Internal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact POSITION OVERVIEW: As a Project Manager at LJA Rail , The employee will be involved in all aspects of freight railroad services development including business development, planning, design, and construction management.

A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE: Design development for freight railroad projects Coordination and interaction with railroad internal departments and 3 rd parties Management of project schedules and project milestones Manage control cost and spending in accordance with budgets Ensure quality products, services and compliance with Railroad specifications Provide regular project report The qualified and selected candidate will be expected to be highly motivated and willing to start up their own team and lead them to a successful future.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree Licensed Professional Engineer REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 10+ Years of Class I Railroad design experience 5+ Years of freight railroad maintenance experience Construction experience a plus Structural design a plus Strong communication skills Strong relationship builder LEVEL UP WITH LJA At LJA, we’re 100% employee-owned.

This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing) , we’re building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here. Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.

Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support. Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.

Education

Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team. Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow. Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives. Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.

Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career. Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc. To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies: LJA, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a service agreement.

All unsolicited resumes will be considered LJA's property. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting LJA's Human Resources Talent Department.