Sr. High Speed Rail Construction Manager
- $140,000 - $250,000
- Bakersfield, CA
Lead a $1B+ Design-Build Rail Project in California's Central Valley – Your Expertise Will Drive the Future of U.S. Infrastructure
A bit about us:
Our client is a global engineering and consultancy leader operating in 70+ countries with over 36,000 professionals. They provide design, construction, and sustainability-focused services on the world’s most complex infrastructure projects. The organization is the lead project/construction manager overseeing the buildout of California’s High-Speed Rail network. This role supports their major public sector client in California’s Central Valley and requires an on-site presence
Why join us?
This is a high-visibility leadership opportunity to oversee a transformative high-speed rail project—one of the largest infrastructure undertakings in the U.S. You'll be at the center of innovation in civil engineering and transportation while shaping a more sustainable future. This is a boots-on-the-ground leadership role with national relevance and lasting legacy.
Job Details
📋 Job Description:
The Senior Heavy Civil Construction Manager will lead all phases of construction on a multi-billion-dollar high-speed rail project in California. Based onsite in the Central Valley, the manager will direct a cross-disciplinary team and coordinate with the design-builder, state agencies, and program stakeholders. This role demands proven leadership in large-scale transportation infrastructure projects with a deep understanding of construction management best practices.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead field operations, safety compliance, and scheduling
Manage contractor execution against project specs, plans, and budgets
Serve as primary point-of-contact for client interface and coordination
Ensure all work aligns with Caltrans structures processes, permits, and environmental requirements
Provide leadership in conflict resolution, team performance, and third-party negotiations
Oversee multiple scopes: earthworks, structures, utilities, grade separations, and environmental compliance
Prepare status reports and advise on critical project milestones
🎯 Required Qualifications:
15+ years in Project/Construction Management of large-scale ($1B+) heavy civil projects, ideally in rail
Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience
Familiarity with Caltrans processes and California permitting requirements
🔧 Key Skills and Attributes:
Deep field experience in heavy civil construction, including self-perform operations
Expertise in scheduling and cost tracking; Primavera P6 experience is a plus
Demonstrated success leading large, multidisciplinary teams
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Proven record of safety and compliance in complex field environments
The Senior Heavy Civil Construction Manager will lead all phases of construction on a multi-billion-dollar high-speed rail project in California. Based onsite in the Central Valley, the manager will direct a cross-disciplinary team and coordinate with the design-builder, state agencies, and program stakeholders. This role demands proven leadership in large-scale transportation infrastructure projects with a deep understanding of construction management best practices.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead field operations, safety compliance, and scheduling
Manage contractor execution against project specs, plans, and budgets
Serve as primary point-of-contact for client interface and coordination
Ensure all work aligns with Caltrans structures processes, permits, and environmental requirements
Provide leadership in conflict resolution, team performance, and third-party negotiations
Oversee multiple scopes: earthworks, structures, utilities, grade separations, and environmental compliance
Prepare status reports and advise on critical project milestones
🎯 Required Qualifications:
15+ years in Project/Construction Management of large-scale ($1B+) heavy civil projects, ideally in rail
Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience
Familiarity with Caltrans processes and California permitting requirements
🔧 Key Skills and Attributes:
Deep field experience in heavy civil construction, including self-perform operations
Expertise in scheduling and cost tracking; Primavera P6 experience is a plus
Demonstrated success leading large, multidisciplinary teams
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Proven record of safety and compliance in complex field environments
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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