Vice President - Construction Management

Job Details

Job Location : Chicago, IL    Position Type : Full Time    Education Level : Graduate Degree or higher    Salary Range : $180000.00 - $230000.00    Travel Percentage : Up to 50%    Job Shift : Any    Job Category : Engineering

Who WE are :

RailPros is the premier provider of engineering and diversified safety services to America’s rail and transit industry. Driven by a passion for our people, clients, and communities, we are committed to solving our customers’ challenges and earning their trust through teamwork, continuous improvement, and service excellence. As a people-first organization, we prioritize the well-being and growth of our employees, fostering a culture of caring and support. We believe that when our people thrive, our company thrives.

Our mission is to enhance mobility, safety, and quality of life for residents, passengers, and partner companies. We do more than just provide services – we are constantly innovating and staying abreast of industry developments to help our customers succeed. Join us in our shared goal of keeping America moving and ensuring customer satisfaction in an environment where your contributions are valued and your growth is encouraged. Apply now and become a part of our exciting journey!

Job Summary

The National Construction Management Lead will serve as a visionary leader responsible for driving the strategic development and execution of our Construction Management (CM) strategy, advancing national growth and expansion across Class I railroads, public transit agencies, and commuter rail networks. This role demands an exceptional leader with the proven ability to inspire, guide, and develop high-performing teams, while building and sustaining trusted client partnerships that strengthen our market presence and reputation.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and technical oversight of national CM operations, ensuring best-in-class delivery of planning, inspection, design review, and quality assurance services
• Lead the expansion of CM services in the rail sector, with a focus on Class I railroads, commuter rail, and public transit agencies.
• Drive business development initiatives by leveraging an extensive network of rail industry contacts to identify opportunities, secure contracts, and expand the company’s market footprint.
• Oversee and mentor a geographically dispersed team of senior managers, Resident Engineers, and technical staff, fostering accountability, collaboration, and performance excellence.
• Build and maintain trusted, long-term client relationships, serving as a senior advisor and strategic partner to Class I railroads, transit authorities, and public agencies.
• Champion a culture of safety, innovation, and service excellence, ensuring projects meet the highest standards of quality and client satisfaction.
• Anticipate and adapt to evolving industry trends, technologies, and client needs, integrating lessons learned and best practices into organizational strategies and solutions.
• Represent RailPros at conferences, client events and drive alignment between corporate growth objectives and client-focused project delivery

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Required Education and Experience

$50M), with oversight of planning, inspection, design review, and construction delivery.

Preferred Education and Experience

Why Work at RailPros?

Benefits & Perks

We’re committed to supporting our team with a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote health, financial security, and work-life balance :

RailPros core values drive us to excel as a team, prioritize customer satisfaction, and adapt to industry changes swiftly. Be part of a passionate and dedicated team that values continuous improvement, trust, and problem-solving. Apply now for an opportunity to contribute to our success.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) :

RailPros provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates, regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless such accommodations would impose undue hardship on our business operations. If you are considering applying for a job and require a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the ADA, please reach out to us at peopleoperations@railpros.com. We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment for all employees.

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