Railroad Construction Specialist

Ensure proper implementation and validation of all Railroad flagging and safety protection measures within the active railroad corridor. Identify, assess, and mitigate field-level hazards associated with construction and train operations. Enforce adherence to railroad safety standards, procedures, and required briefings. Monitor contractor activities to ensure safe work practices and correct application of railroad rules. Perform site walks to review upcoming construction activities and equipment to optimize Form B and flagging protection measures. Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent work experience. Minimum of 10 years of experience in railroad or heavy civil construction. Experience working on High-Speed Rail projects. Knowledge of FRA regulations and rail system operations. A strong understanding of Roadway Worker Protection (RWP) and track protection. Experience working in a public agency or large, multi-contractor environment. Manage frequent (daily) operational and construction activity changes to reduce confusion and maintain alignment across field teams. Provide real-time updates to ensure operational protection remains current and clearly understood. Ensure full compliance with FRA Roadway Worker Protection (RWP) regulations. Verify that all contractors receive proper briefings and adhere to BNSF RWP and safety requirements. Identify and correct potential compliance gaps to prevent unsafe conditions, near misses, and FRA-reportable incidents. Establish structured, predictable scheduling for Railroad flagging protection resources. Coordinate with operations and construction teams to anticipate protection needs and minimize last‑minute changes. Provide strong oversight to minimize the need for railroad involvement in routine field decisions.