Railroad Specialist

About Civil Design, Inc.

CDI is a vibrant, passionate, and growing employee-owned company located in Brookings, SD. CDI strives to be one of the leading civil engineering firms in the Midwest by providing clients with expertise, value, and the latest technology. From concept to completion, we provide exceptional service and work closely with both clients and contractors to achieve an outstanding constructed product for the client, public, and environment to enjoy for years to come. We believe open and effective communication is the key to any successful project.

CDI provides a range of engineering services including transportation design, municipal design, structural design, site design, athletic site design, surveying, planning services, construction administration services, and our firm’s undeniable niche in the railroad industry.

Employee Benefits

• Competitive wage
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k Retirement with Company Match
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off
• Professional Development & Training Opportunities
• Stock Ownership Opportunities
• CDI Apparel-Wear

Job Summary & Responsibilities

• Seeking a full-time Railroad Specialist in Brookings, SD. The majority of CDI rail projects involve work on shortline railroads and private industry in the upper Midwest.
• Reports directly to the Managing Partner.
• Assists in preparing and completing track inspections, maintenance planning, feasibility studies, opinion of costs, and other reports as required.
• Examines survey reports, drawings, maps, blueprints, aerial photos, and other geologic or topographical data for the study of projects.
• Participates in preliminary on-site reviews.
• Coordinates assigned construction projects under the direction of the Managing Partner to ensure deadlines are met and projects are completed according to plans.
• Inspect construction sites to check progress and to ensure that the projects meet design requirements and standards.
• Complete observation reports and other reporting, as necessary, to document construction progress.
• Assists in preparing railroad facility analysis and inspection under the direction of the Managing Partner.
• Compiles and analyzes data and prepares reports.
• Coordinates and participates in inspections and meetings to acquire information pertinent to studies.
• Assist in growing the business relationships with existing clients and developing new clients.
• Perform other duties as assigned under the direction of the Managing Partner.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of railroad construction or construction management experience recommended but not required.
• Associate degree, Bachelor of Science degree, or equivalent in experience considered.
• Computer experience using Microsoft Office products.
• AutoCAD Civil 3D experience recommended but not required.
• Knowledge and use of codes and standards as they apply to construction observation.
• Self-motivated team member with a positive attitude and ability to multi-task and establish priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have permanent authorization to work in the United States.
• Valid driver’s license & ability to travel to various job sites, as required.
• Ability to travel to construction sites in the region ≈ 75% of the time, office work ≈ 25% of the time.
• Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Contact us today to learn more about the Railroad Specialist position.