Senior Rail Project Engineer

Company: GTT, LLC
Location: Kansas City
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Primary Job Title: Senior Rail Project Engineer Alternate / Related Job Titles: • Senior Rail Civil Engineer • Rail Site Development Engineer • Senior Transportation Rail Engineer • Rail Infrastructure Project Engineer • Civil Rail Design Engineer Location & Onsite Flexibility: Kansas City, MO — Onsite (Covers Kansas City, St. Louis, and Omaha offices; 10–20% travel required ) Contract Details Position Type: Contract Contract Duration: 12 Months Start: As Soon As Possible Pay Rate: $60–100/hour Supplier Requirement: Maximum 50% supplier markup Job Summary The Senior Rail Project Engineer serves as a key contributor within the Rail Team, supporting rail and civil site development projects of varying size and complexity. This role provides technical leadership, multidisciplinary coordination, and hands-on engineering expertise to deliver safe, high-quality rail infrastructure solutions. Key Responsibilities Rail & Civil Engineering Design Direct and coordinate the study and design of civil site development infrastructure systems , including rail and stormwater Perform standard civil engineering design work related to rail industrial development projects Apply established engineering techniques and procedures across site civil and rail design Project & Team Leadership Coordinate activities across multiple disciplines for moderate to large projects Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to less experienced staff Assist with staff supervision, task assignment, and workload management Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement Regularly coordinate with internal design teams, clients, sub-consultants, utility companies, and other stakeholders Support task leaders and project managers with execution, scheduling, and issue resolution Serve as a contributing team member on multi-disciplined project teams Quality & Technical Oversight Perform quality reviews of engineering drawings, calculations, and specifications Support senior staff with complex technical aspects of projects Ensure deliverables meet project standards, safety requirements, and regulatory expectations Required Skills & Qualifications Education & Experience (One of the Following Required) Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited program and 7 years of civil engineering experience Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Engineering Technology (ABET-accredited) plus FE exam and 7 years of civil engineering experience Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering and 6 years of civil engineering experience EPC project experience preferred Technical Skills Strong expertise in rail and civil infrastructure design Proficiency with tools such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, Civil 3D, BIM (Revit), PLS, PLS-CADD, RISA-3D, MathCAD , and related analysis software Experience leading discipline design efforts and delegating work to team members Professional Competencies Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities High attention to detail, organization, and collaboration skills Ability to travel as required Preferred / Additional Qualifications Professional Engineer (PE) License Rail experience and/or open rail design experience Experience leading large, complex transportation or infrastructure projects Important Submission Requirement Resumes must include months and years for each position (Resumes missing this information will not be submitted) Client Overview This infrastructure engineering firm designs and builds essential infrastructure for cities across the country. With a legacy dating back to 1898, the organization is driven by a strong commitment to safety, quality, and innovation , contributing to sustainable and thriving communities. About GTT GTT is a global workforce solutions provider specializing in IT, engineering, life sciences, and professional services . We partner with leading organizations to deliver highly qualified talent for contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire opportunities. With a strong focus on quality, compliance, and candidate experience , GTT supports both clients and consultants through transparent processes, responsive communication, and scalable workforce solutions. We are committed to fostering inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplaces and operate in full compliance with applicable employment laws. GTT is an Equal Opportunity Employer . Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Job Number: 26-00720 LI-GTT LI-Onsite gttjobs Company Description Global Technical Talent is a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation (www.Chenega.com) with over 1.3 billion US$ in revenue and 5800 US employees. We provide Total Talent Solutions, Global staffing, SOW, RPO, Direct Sourcing, and Global Payroll with physical offices in US, Canada, and India. GTT Digital headquartered in Toronto specializes in providing high-tech digital and banking talent to some of the nation’s largest financial institutions. As a leader in the staffing industry for over 22 years, we have become one of the largest staffing firms in the New England region, working with Fortune 500 clients and cutting-edge, technology-driven recruiting infrastructure. We are a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation that highly values diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients and partners are among the most successful and innovative organizations in the world. Our top clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, and financial services firms, some of the nation’s largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies, and prestigious educational institutions in the Ivy League tier. There is always a new opportunity for success when you look through all of the open job opportunities on our website’s career page. Just click on this link: https://bit.ly/gttcareers Awards SIA’s Fastest Growing Staffing Firm: 2023 and 2015 SIA’s Best Staffing Firm to Work for: 2019 -2023 Inc 5000 Fastest Growing Private Company: 2023, 2022, 2016, 2015 Randstad Preferred Supplier: 2020 - 2023 TechServe Alliance Excellence Award. 2019 NH Business Magazines Fast 5 fastest growing companies Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist: 2015 Company Description Global Technical Talent is a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation (www.Chenega.com) with over 1.3 billion US$ in revenue and 5800 US employees. We provide Total Talent Solutions, Global staffing, SOW, RPO, Direct Sourcing, and Global Payroll with physical offices in US, Canada, and India. GTT Digital headquartered in Toronto specializes in providing high-tech digital and banking talent to some of the nation’s largest financial institutions. As a leader in the staffing industry for over 22 years, we have become one of the largest staffing firms in the New England region, working with Fortune 500 clients and cutting-edge, technology-driven recruiting infrastructure.\r\n\r\nWe are a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation that highly values diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients and partners are among the most successful and innovative organizations in the world. Our top clients are Fortune 500 banking, insurance, and financial services firms, some of the nation’s largest life sciences, biotech, utility, and retail companies, and prestigious educational institutions in the Ivy League tier.\r\n \r\nThere is always a new opportunity for success when you look through all of the open job opportunities on our website’s career page. Just click on this link: https://bit.ly/gttcareers \r\n \r\nAwards\r\n\r\nSIA’s Fastest Growing Staffing Firm: 2023 and 2015\r\nSIA’s Best Staffing Firm to Work for: 2019 -2023\r\nInc 5000 Fastest Growing Private Company: 2023, 2022, 2016, 2015\r\nRandstad Preferred Supplier: 2020 - 2023\r\nTechServe Alliance Excellence Award. 2019\r\nNH Business Magazines Fast 5 fastest growing companies\r\nErnst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist: 2015

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