Public Project Representative

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. They are currently seeking a motivated individual to join their Railroad team as a Public Project Representative, where the individual will engage in various construction management activities and contribute to the development and success of rail projects.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the project team to ensure the successful execution of construction management activities
• Contribute to the development and implementation of project plans, strategies, and schedules
• Ensure completion of assigned tasks within the allotted schedule and budget while also reviewing and ensuring the adequacy of the budget and schedule as per project requirements
• Conduct thorough assessments and inspections of construction sites to ensure compliance with project specifications and industry standards
• Prepare comprehensive reports and documentation, accurately capturing project progress, challenges, and solutions
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies, to maintain positive working relationships
• Assist in resolving any issues or conflicts that arise during project development and construction phases
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and best practices, continually expanding your knowledge and expertise
• Support the team in implementing innovative solutions and strategies to optimize project outcomes

Skills

• Minimum High School Diploma required, AAS preferred
• A desire to build a career in construction management within the railroad/engineering industry
• Proficient application of construction fundamentals, employing sound principles to project execution
• Sound knowledge of construction instruments and tools, leveraging their potential to support project objectives
• Solid understanding of measurement techniques, facilitating accurate quantification and assessment of construction work
• Strong knowledge of applicable codes and standards, ensuring compliance and adherence to industry regulations
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders
• Detail-oriented mindset, ensuring accuracy and precision in project assessments, documentation, and reporting
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively to overcome challenges
• Strong organizational skills allow you to manage multiple tasks and priorities concurrently
• A team-oriented approach, fostering collaboration and cooperation among project team members

Benefits

• Insurance
• Retirement plans
• Wellness programs
• Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels, including executive coaching and leadership development for Team Leaders, Group Managers, Division Managers, and Executive Leaders
• Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses
• Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical team meetings, knowledge-sharing training sessions
• Personalized training and career development plans with your manager
• Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses/certifications
• Support for active participation in professional organizations to foster leadership and community engagement
• Access to valuable retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge
• Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit-sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan, regardless of your own contributions & 80% match on your contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%)
• Flexible work schedules and hours, including work-from-home options (dependent on the role)
• Generous Paid Time Benefits (PTB) that increase with your career
• Immediate use of annual PTB; no accrual needed with the ability to bundle time-off plans for extended vacations or life events
• Ten days of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement
• Community service
• Student scholarships
• Matching gift opportunities

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