Manager Engineering - Seattle, WA (Long-Term Temp)

Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.

Job Location:Seatlle, WA
Anticipated Start Date:05/16/2025
Number of Positions:1
Salary Range:$107,800 - $147,201
Salary Band:31; 32

We are committed to a culture where all employees are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential. Career development is a lifelong process. That's one of the many exciting and rewarding aspects of working on our railroad. Regardless of where we work or what we do, we always have an opportunity to continue to learn and grow.

*PLEASE ADVISE THAT THIS IS A LONG-TERM TEMP POSITION*

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position will primarily support the System Structures team as the day-to-day company representative on theBallard Bridge Heavy Maintenance Project located in Seattle, WA. However, project responsibilities can vary, driven by BNSF's needs. This project is expected to be fast paced and dynamic.

While not an all-inclusive list, some anticipated categories of tasks include:

• Manage the development of engineering plans, estimates, and construction.
• Manage the day-to-day Construction activities in collaboration with a group of on-site consultant support.
• Provide project planning and scope development support.

• Provide project management support, including maintaining project managing systems.
• Support securing construction and environmental permits as well as manage compliance throughout the Project.
• Identify and coordinate property purchase and utility relocations with other BNSF departments and real estate service providers.
• Provide surveying support, project administration, inspection and ensure conformance to BNSF's standards and specifications.
• Implement and manage construction safety processes.
• Evaluate and manage change orders associated with projects.
• Support cash flow forecast process with Finance Department.
• Coordinate internal Signal, Track, Transportation, Telecommunications and Structures design and construction activities to progress the overall project.
• Coordinate and collaborate with outside agencies relative to communication, progress status, and construction schedule coordination, i.e. FRA, WashDOT, USACE, USCG, etc.

The duties and responsibilities in this posting are representative categories to be used in deciding whether to apply for this position. This is not an exhaustive list of the position's duties.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Requires thorough knowledge of Bridge Engineering/Bridge Construction/Heavy Construction.
• Must be experienced in working with contractors for construction projects
• Planning and construction management capabilities are essential.
• Must have thorough understanding of capital budgeting system and process and also be knowledgeable of track maintenance and operations.
• Communication skills must be exemplary to allow frequent interfacing with BNSF Transportation, agency, community, political, and customer representatives.
• Must have strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ten years' experience or more in the above
• Engineering or Construction Management degree
• Professional Engineer License

RELOCATION:

• Relocation package may be offered based on business needs.

TRAVEL:

• Approximately 10-20%

BENEFITS

BNSF offers competitive benefit programs and services including, but not limited to

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• 401(k) Plan
• Railroad Retirement
• Life Insurance
• Incentive Compensation Plan (ICP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION ELEMENTS

• Criminal history
• Last 7 years of driving history
• Last 5 years of employment history to include military service
• Social Security number
• Education

• Medical evaluation
• Drug Screen
• Other elements as needed