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GFT’s Schaumburg, IL office seeks a Civil/Transportation Engineer/Railroad Specialist to join our growing office of roadway, highway, structural, transit, rail, and intermodal designers and construction inspectors as a roadway/highway Railroad Specialist on Phase I and Phase II projects. What you will bring to our firm: Minimum 5 years of related, in-field experience, including work directly or as a consultant for the Illinois Tollway, Illinois DOT, Chicago DOT, Cook County Department of Transportation & Highways, or local counties and municipalities, and with Federally funded projects.

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GFT is seeking a Civil Highway Engineer/Railroad Specialist to join our Practice or CBG Team in Schaumburg, IL! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at the  Schaumburg, IL office. GFT's<a href="https://www.gannettfleming.com/markets/transportation/" rel="noopener nofollow noreferrer" style="color:#000000" target="_blank">Transportation team</a> offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Whether working on highways and bridges or traffic engineering, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern, multimodal roadway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all​. <a href="https://www.gannettfleming.com/projects/?portfolio_category_146=223&portfolio_field_146=242" rel="noopener nofollow noreferrer" style="color:#000000" target="_blank">Explore some of our signature Transportation projects here.</a>   What you’ll be challenged to do:GFT’s Schaumburg, IL office seeks a Civil/Transportation Engineer/Railroad Specialist to join our growing office of roadway, highway, structural, transit, rail, and intermodal designers and construction inspectors as a roadway/highway Railroad Specialist on Phase I and Phase II projects.The person will be a member of our highway division and will be part of a Program Management role. The position is a full-time role (40 hours a week) working in the IDOT District One office in the Bureau of Design, Project Support Section, Railroad Unit. The successful candidate will perform various tasks including project coordination with the IDOT Project Manager, design consultants and railroad staff.  This position will assist with the IDOT at-grade crossing program and implementing public improvements on the State highway system.  This individual will use engineering skills to understand and interpret roadway plan drawings and specifications to facilitate improvements to the State highway system. The candidate will work with the IDOT Project Manager and the design consultant in coordinating public improvements with railroads.  This coordination would range from preliminary concept design and geometry layout to detailed contract plans and specifications for reconstruction, widening and bridge replacements that impact railroad facilities. This would include attending design meetings and facilitating solutions to design and scheduling issues and questions. The candidate will assist in the development of the at-grade crossing safety improvement program. Additional duties would include preparing responses to public inquiries, inspecting railroad crossings conditions, and construction management of field improvements by the railroad forces on the State highway system.  The candidate will be required to coordinate with local governments on detour routes for proposed grade crossing replacement.  The candidate will review force account bills and process work for payment by railroads on safety crossing improvements.  The candidate will work with IDOT’s Central Office and Chief Counsel in coordination of Railroad Agreements.  This individual may be asked to testify at ICC Hearings regarding public improvements.  A candidate with a background working with IDOT in preliminary engineering, development of plans or construction is recommended. This individual may be asked to prepare sketches and plan diagrams for at-grade crossing, so a base level knowledge of CADD would be beneficial in the execution of duties.  The individual will be called upon to collaborate closely with other teams on multi-disciplinary projects.  In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following: <ul><li>Analyzes information and data to perform routine design tasks.</li><li>Makes decisions independently on engineering problems and methods.</li><li>Responsible for accuracy of engineering design and plans, quality presentation, thoroughness and follow-through, and efficient conformance to budgets, schedules, and company standards.</li><li>Reviews design options and document findings from the design team.</li><li>An understanding of OpenRoads is preferred.</li><li>Manages workload and any changes in project schedule or scope or additional services.</li></ul>:
<div>What you will bring to our firm: </div><div><ul><li style="margin-bottom:0in">Minimum 5 years of related, in-field experience, including work directly or as a consultant for the Illinois Tollway, Illinois DOT, Chicago DOT, Cook County Department of Transportation & Highways, or local counties and municipalities, and with Federally funded projects.</li><li>Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or similar field from an ABET accredited university. </li><li>E.I.T. Certification.</li><li style="margin-bottom:0in">Candidates must possess strong technical skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work well in a team environment on multi-disciplinary projects.</li><li style="margin-bottom:0in">Previous experience on projects with railroad coordination and inspection of roadway/railroad work in the field is preferred.</li><li style="margin-bottom:0in">Previous highway, drainage, construction inspection, track, traffic signal, and/or lighting experience is preferred.</li><li style="margin-bottom:0in">Individuals will be expected to possess an Illinois Driver’s License</li></ul>Compensation:</div><div>The salary range for this role is $85,000 - $125,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.</div><div> </div><div>Featured Benefits: </div><div>• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.</div><div>• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.</div><div>• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.</div><div>• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.</div><div>• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.</div><div>• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations</div><div>• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.</div>:
At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more. Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law. Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT. GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.  Location: Schaumburg, IL Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Employment Status: Full-Time Applicants in the County of Los Angeles- Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.Applicants in the City of San Francisco- Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.Applicants in the State of California-Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act. #LI-HYBRID#LI-KL1

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Civil Highway Engineer / Railroad Specialist

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Keywords: Assistant Roadmaster, Bridge Inspector, Bridge Manager, Bridge Maintainer, Bridge Supervisor, Division Engineer (DE), Employee In Charge (EIC), Flagger, Flagging, Flagman, Foreman, Foremen, Maintenance Of Way (MOW), Manager Track Maintenance (MTM), Manager Track Projects (MTP), Rail, Railroad, Railroad Project Manager, Railway, Railway Project Manager, Roadmaster, Roadway Worker, Roadway Worker In Charge (RWIC), Roadway Worker Protection (RWP), Safety, Signal Inspector, Signal Maintainer, Signal Manager, Signal Supervisor, Track Inspector, Track Maintainer, Track Manager, Track Supervisor. Required Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience with a Class 1 Railroad, Regional Short Line, Transit System, State DOT Rail Division, Railroad Supplier, Railroad Contractor, and/or Railroad Consultant; preferably within the Maintenance Of Way (MOW) Department.

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<pre>Job Title: Railroad Flagging Location: Springfield, IL Job Type: Full-Time Reports To: District Manager Travel: Yes, travel is expected for this position (50% - 85% on average). Compensation: $25 - $37 based on experience</pre>Job Description:National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is hiring a Railroad Flagger. This role keeps workers safe on train tracks by controlling train movements and following federal safety rules. The job supports major railroads, smaller rail lines, transit systems, state transportation projects, and contractors.Required Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience with a Class 1 Railroad, Regional Short Line, Transit System, State DOT Rail Division, Railroad Supplier, Railroad Contractor, and/or Railroad Consultant; preferably within the Maintenance Of Way (MOW) Department.Job Requirements:<ul><li style="line-height:normal">Skilled with basic computer tools, including Citrix, email, phone, and texting apps </li><li style="line-height:normal">Comfortable using Android tablets and smartphones </li><li style="line-height:normal">Highly organized with strong attention to detail </li><li style="line-height:normal">Good verbal and written communication skills </li><li style="line-height:normal">Knowledge of railroad engineering, design, construction, and safety </li><li style="line-height:normal">Able to build and maintain strong client relationships </li><li style="line-height:normal">Willing to travel for long periods (even months at a time)</li><li style="line-height:normal">Able to complete required federal, client, and company training</li></ul>Job Duties:<ul><li style="line-height:normal">Coordinate activities at the job site </li><li style="line-height:normal">Communicate clearly with dispatchers, train crews, railroad staff, and contractors </li><li style="line-height:normal">Lead safety briefings before work begins </li><li style="line-height:normal">Follow and enforce all railroad, state, and federal rules </li><li style="line-height:normal">Ensure contractors meet training requirements </li><li style="line-height:normal">Spot and address any rule violations </li><li style="line-height:normal">Complete daily reports on work activities </li><li style="line-height:normal">Maintain on-track safety following federal regulations</li></ul>Work Environment: <ul><li style="line-height:normal">This job operates in a field environment.</li><li style="line-height:normal">Must communicate clearly in English (speaking, reading, and writing) </li><li style="line-height:normal">Must be willing to travel or drive long distances </li><li style="line-height:normal">Must be able to stand for long periods and walk on uneven ground </li><li style="line-height:normal">Must have good vision (near, far, color, and peripheral) </li><li style="line-height:normal">Must handle extreme weather (hot and cold) </li><li style="line-height:normal">Must work in dusty and noisy environments </li><li style="line-height:normal">Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds</li></ul>Benefits:<ul><li style="line-height:normal">Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance</li><li style="line-height:normal">Short-Term, Long-Term Disability Insurance</li><li style="line-height:normal">Paid Vacation and Holidays</li><li style="line-height:normal">401(k) Retirement Plan</li></ul>Required Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent.Keywords: Assistant Roadmaster, Bridge Inspector, Bridge Manager, Bridge Maintainer, Bridge Supervisor, Division Engineer (DE), Employee In Charge (EIC), Flagger, Flagging, Flagman, Foreman, Foremen, Maintenance Of Way (MOW), Manager Track Maintenance (MTM), Manager Track Projects (MTP), Rail, Railroad, Railroad Project Manager, Railway, Railway Project Manager, Roadmaster, Roadway Worker, Roadway Worker In Charge (RWIC), Roadway Worker Protection (RWP), Safety, Signal Inspector, Signal Maintainer, Signal Manager, Signal Supervisor, Track Inspector, Track Maintainer, Track Manager, Track Supervisor.Company Profile: National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is a certified DBE/WBE firm primarily focused on providing safety services to the railroad industry. NRSS is the most trusted name in the railroad industry for providing qualified field safety staff and safety training. To best serve the railroad industry, NRSS provides all these services in the continental United States, Canada, and Mexico. NRSS has the proven ability and the proven safety record to handle any project.Safety Commitment:All employees at NRSS must always prioritize safety. No job is so urgent that it can't be done safely. Safety is a core value, ensuring the protection of workers, customers, and communities while maintaining leadership in railroad safety.Closing Statement: National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Any candidate selected for this position must be able to successfully pass pre-employment/recurrent background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and classroom training.

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