Regional Manager

Company: Northern Plains Railroad, Inc. 

Business Unit: Complete Track Works                 

Department: Maintenance & Repair or Construction 

Travel: 50% required 

Schedule: Varies.24/7 

 Summary

This Regional is responsible for managing all business activities for the Complete Track Works division including planning, budgeting, estimating, equipment, and leadership of company personnel with the upmost integrity. Position will train, manage, and direct the day-to-day coordination of multiple crews of workers, equipment, and trucking to meet or exceed expectations for safety, quality, profitability, and schedule, forming long-lasting client-contractor relationships.

 Working closely with the Department Management this position will develop a dynamic and profitable division that supports the business development activities to allow for growth and sustainability with track construction, maintenance, inspection services, and general third-party consulting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities but are not limited to:

• Provide leadership, vision, employee development and teamwork initiatives to build a successful rail contracting division.
• Plans and carry out schedules and assists in the initiation and implementation of appropriate procedures associated with track and structures construction, maintenance, and inspection.
• Investigates and diagnoses track failures, difficult maintenance problems, and critical safety issues, and renders corrective action in a timely manner.
• Must be able to immediately respond to safety concerns as they arise.
• Oversee management of the day-to-day construction and maintenance activities throughout assigned region.
• Responsible for the coordination of work directed in the field and plans preventative maintenance and project programs for industry and mainline track systems and equipment to ensure their safe and efficient operation.
• Monitor teams to ensure that employees comply with company safety and operating rules, policies, procedures, and governmental regulations.
• Evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of maintenance crews, including adherence to work plans, performance, quality, and safety, to ensure that project objectives are achieved.
• Responsible for developing a strategic plan that includes competitor and market assessments and labor needs. Identifies and plans for capital improvements and maintenance need to support the operation.
• Works with appropriate staff and vendors to oversee the maintenance and replacement programs of railroad equipment.
• Work with the Safety department, financial department, and Contract Administration on Contractor prequalification submittals
• Promote a safe work environment through the development of safety programs, goals, and measurements.
• Visit work sites carrying additional PPE to observe crews, perform quality & safety audits, and ensure employee task specific training.
• Works to develop and maintain working relationships with major customers and seek out potential new customers.
• Prospect for potential new clients and turn this into increased business opportunities.
• Develop organizational structure to support business plan levels.
• Analyze expenditures and other financial information to develop plans and budgets for increasing profits and reducing costs.
• Effectively utilize performance management and interpersonal skills to coach, train and provide feedback to maximize employee potential.
• Good understanding of the project requirements (time frame, budget, safety, quality, work force, materials, and equipment requirements) necessary to complete the project within the required time frame.
• Ensure that the job site is always kept in a clean, safe, secure, and organized manner, directly or through supervision.
• Identify conflicts in maintenance progress and communicate with track team for resolution.
• Maintain daily logs & detailed records (written)(photo) of activities on the job site, directly or through supervision.
• Perform maintenance progress and completion punch list identification and completion.
• Maintain track and all track related devices to assure safe and efficient train operations.
• Perform Management duties while on project locations and job sites as required.
• Budget, bid, invoice, and identify areas of work that are outside the original scope.
• Enter into monetary agreements (change orders, additional work authorizations), communicating with Project Management teams as required.
• Interview and hire sub-tier employees and evaluate performance.
• Perform various duties as required by the Director of Operations.
• Ensure that all safety requirements are met in accordance with company expectations and customer requirements.
• Will perform work on Northern Plains Railroad as directed.

 Competencies:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Networking, Persuasion, Prospecting, Public Speaking, Research, Writing, Closing Skills, Motivation for Sales, Prospecting Skills, Sales Planning, Identification of Customer Needs and Challenges, Territory Management, Market Knowledge, and Professionalism.
• Driving Execution – Uses benchmarks and performance measures to track progress; tackles problems head-on and works to resolve them without delay; drives continuous improvement in all organization processes and products.
• Inspiring Trust – Maintains high standards of personal integrity; behaves in accord with expressed beliefs and commitments; establishes open, candid, and trusting relationships; treats others fairly and consistently; collaborates as a team player; never undermines others for own gain.
• High Impact Communications and Influencing/Negotiating – Creates open channels of communication; keeps others well informed; listens carefully to input and feedback and encourages others to express contrary views; builds confidence and inspires support through a convincing communications style; promotes and sells ideas persuasively; shapes the opinion of key stakeholders; promotes and projects a positive image of the organization; wins acceptance for proposed changes & new initiatives. Experience in training, developing and accessing company personnel.
• Self-Driven – Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and manage a wide variety of projects simultaneously and under deadline. Experience working and managing complex projects.
• Communication - Excellent oral and written communication skills required with prospective customers, vendors, management, business developers, real estate executives, media, marketing executives, and other support professionals. Must have the ability to think strategically. Effective communication and collaboration within all departments, including senior management, is required. Able to pull together a strong team without direct authority over parts of the team.
• Industry Knowledge – Working knowledge of railroad billing, estimates and accounting for all aspects of rail activities. Must understand railway knowledge, transportation service marketplace.
• Strong organizational skills. Proficient knowledge in computer skills and computer software related to the railroad construction industry.

Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to meet the physical demands listed below:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to perform on uneven or slippery surfaces, platforms, ladders, and equipment in all weather and temperature conditions. Most of the day could be spent standing on foot. Eye/hand coordination, hand/feet dexterity and grasping hand tools, materials & equipment is required. The employee is frequently required to perform manual labor & physical activities that require considerable use of the whole body, such as standing and lifting from various levels.
• Additional physical demands are listed in the chart below.

 Environmental:

• Continuous: Must be able to work outdoors in all extreme weather conditions. Work outdoors at project sites in harsh weather conditions including very hot and very cold weather. Must wear appropriate safety equipment such as safety glasses, hard hats, safety footwear, and hearing protection as required. Exposure to dust. Uneven surfaces. Must wear appropriate safety equipment such as safety glasses, hard hats, safety footwear, and hearing protection as required by the company.
• Frequent: Noise
• Occasional: Vibration works at heights.

Education and Training:

• GED or High School Diploma.
• AAS or bachelor’s degree in construction, engineering, business, or related field 2 year vocational or technical college preferred.
• 5 or more years of field operations experience
• 5 years’ leadership experience in related construction/ railroad field.
• Must have and maintain an insurable driving status which includes but is not limited to NPRS driver provisions.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain a DOT medical card and or CDL preferred. 

Requirements of Joining Our Team: 

Our comprehensive pre-employment process ensures the well-being and integrity of our team. To join our organization, candidates are required to: 

       1.          Pass a mandatory drug test to maintain a drug-free workplace. Random, reasonable suspicion and post-accident testing may also be required throughout employment. 

    2.    Undergo a thorough physical examination to ensure the requirements of the position can be met.

    3.    Provide professional references to validate qualifications and character.

    4.    Complete a comprehensive background check to confirm suitability for the position. 

We value transparency and the safety of our employees and customers, and these steps are essential in upholding our commitment to excellence.

LIFT 2 - Physical Demands Checklist                                                                                                 

* Never (N) = Not at all * Rarely (R) = 1-5% * Occasionally (O) = 6-33% * Frequently (F) = 34-66% * Continuously (C) = 67-100%

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties assigned. This Job Description may change at any time declared by Management.

 NPRS is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected under local, state, or federal statute, ordinance, or regulation. NPRS is a tradename used by Northern Plains Railroad, Inc. (NPR), Northern Plains Services, Inc. (NPS), and All Rail, Inc. (All Rail).