Rail Assistant Project Manager - Colliers Engineering & Design

Bergmann, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design is looking for an Assistant Project Manager to join our Rail Engineering team in Buffalo, NY!

In this role, you will plan, Design, and direct assigned projects, and/or to assist the Project Manager with all facets of rail engineering products.

Our rail and transit systems efficiently connect people and freight throughout the country. Bergmann rail engineers possess a broad range of experience from inside the rail industry and bring a clear understanding of the unique nature of railroad projects. We offer a full range of rail services to Class 1, short line, transit agencies, as well as Department of Transportation and other rail clients. Bergmann professionals provide services for rail freight, intercity passenger rail, commuter rail and industrial installations. Our expertise ranges from preliminary planning and feasibility studies through final design, construction inspection and operations.

• Ensure the success of the projects under his/her management (including planning, quality assurance, deadlines and financial aspects)
• Coordinate the work and workload of project staff, which may include engineers, designers and technicians
• Monitor project costs to ensure that project is delivered within budget, fulfills customer expectations, and maintains profitability
• Market to new and existing clients for the purpose of obtaining additional business and meeting the company’s specific strategic objectives
• Fulfill client manager role for clients in his/her own discipline and market for other disciplines
• May prepare Project Work Plan (including Quality Plan) in conjunction with project team, including quality reviewer
• Prepare proposals (assumptions, scope of work, budget, etc.) as appropriate
• Prepare and negotiate project contract, terms and conditions as appropriate
• Review invoice charges for accuracy related to hours billed
• Coordinate customer billing and/or invoicing with Accounting Department
• Prepare monthly financial reports (project percent complete, etc.)
• May provide direct supervision to staff, including goal setting, evaluation and professional development  

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Civil Engineering or Business Administration.
• 5+ years' experience in Railroad Industry preferred.
• Prior experience with business development, client relations, and mentoring younger staff highly preferred.
• Prior experience with Microstation, including InRoads and OpenRoads and AutoCAD preferred. 
• Professional Engineering license or Project Management Professional certification preferred. 

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.