Project Manager, Estimating

Marmon Holdings, Inc.

Project Manager overseeing rail construction and maintenance projects for Railserve. Coordinate with customers and vendors ensuring safe and efficient project execution across multiple sites.

Posted 5/6/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $71,997 - $87,996 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee rail construction and maintenance projects while coordinating with customers, vendors, and internal teams to ensure safe and efficient project execution
Responsible for workforce planning, project scheduling, inventory management, pricing support, operational performance, and maintaining strong customer relationships
Walk railroad tracks to identify deficiencies and prepare project proposals and pricing recommendations
Read and analyze requests for proposals (RFPs) and develop professional customer responses
Oversee project operations to ensure customer requirements and project expectations are met
Coordinate crews, equipment, materials, and vendors across multiple job sites
Ensure all work is performed safely and in compliance with company procedures and regulations
Maintain strong customer relationships by delivering high levels of service and operational support
Conduct inspections of crews, tools, vehicles, and equipment
Support pricing analysis, budgeting, cost tracking, and operational forecasting
Monitor payroll, fuel, equipment, and project costs to ensure operational efficiency
Manage inventory, purchase orders, and material deliveries to job sites
Coordinate preventive maintenance programs with mechanical teams
Assist in workforce planning and crew scheduling to ensure balanced skill coverage
Complete administrative reporting including billing, audits, evaluations, and project reporting
Lead and support field crews to ensure projects are completed safely and on schedule
Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

College degree in Building and Construction Technology or equivalent construction management experience preferred
Experience in railroad construction, maintenance, or industrial operations preferred
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical documents, and safety procedures
Experience preparing proposals, reports, and customer correspondence
Strong understanding of budgeting, cost management, and project coordination
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
Ability to lift and move equipment as needed
Ability to travel as required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
Company-paid employee and dependent life insurance
Company-paid sickness and accident income
401(k) with company match
Annual safety shoe reimbursement
Prescription safety wear
Holiday pay
Vacation
Marmon employee discount program

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Hard Skills & Tools

railroad constructionmaintenanceproject schedulinginventory managementbudgetingcost managementproposal preparationproject coordinationsafety proceduresblueprint interpretation

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationorganizational skillscustomer relationship managementoperational performancemulti-priority managementteam coordinationadministrative reportingproblem-solvingadaptability

Certifications

college degree in Building and Construction Technologyconstruction management experience