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Job Description Job Title: Roadway Worker In Charge (RWIC) Location: New York, NY Job Type: Full-Time and Part-Time FLSA Status: Hourly; Non-Exempt Reports To: District Manager Travel: Yes, travel is expected for this position (50% - 85% on average). Supervisory Responsibility: No Compensation: Negotiable, based on skills and experience. Company Profile: National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is a certified DBE/WBE firm primarily focused on providing safety services to the railroad industry. NRSS is the most trusted name in the railroad industry for providing qualified field safety staff and safety training. To best serve the railroad industry, NRSS provides all of these services in the continental United States, Canada, and Mexico. NRSS has the proven ability and the proven safety record to handle any project. Find the safety you have been missing today! Job Description: National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is seeking a Roadway Worker In Charge (RWIC) to support railroad flagging services for Class 1 Railroads, Regional Short Lines, Transit Systems, State DOT's, as well as Railroad Suppliers, Contractors, and Consultants alike. Required Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent. Required Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience with a Class 1 Railroad, Regional Short Line, Transit System, State DOT Rail Division, Railroad Supplier, Railroad Contractor, and/or Railroad Consultant; preferably within the Maintenance Of Way (MOW) Department. Key Success Factors: • Accountability: Accept full responsibility for self and contribution as a team member., • Adaptability & Flexibility: Ability to consider a variety of issues that exist in the work place and change from one task to another as necessary., • Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyze and synthesize information to understand issues, identify options, and support sound decision making., • Attention to Detail: Ability to work in a conscientious, consistent, thorough manner, and attend to details while pursuing quality when accomplishing tasks., • Communication: Ability to clearly convey information and ideas through a variety of media to employees/clients in a clear and succinct manner., • Customer Service Focus: Ability to provide service excellence to internal and/or external clients., • Decision Making: Ability to identify/understand issues, problems, opportunities and take appropriate action based on available facts, constraints, and probable consequences., • Initiative: Ability to identify what needs to be done and take action before being asked., • Innovativeness: Ability to devise new plans for quality excellence., • Knowledge: Ability to navigate various rulebooks and/or regulations and demonstrate mastery., • Organization: Ability to maintain materials and/or records in a clean and ordered manner., • Planning: Ability to plan and prioritize work load to manage time effectively and accomplish assigned tasks., • Stress Tolerance: Ability to maintain stable performance under pressure or opposition (such as time pressure or job ambiguity)., • Teamwork: Promote cooperation and commitment within a team environment to achieve goals and deliverables., • Proficient computer skills in basic email, phone, and text message applications., • Proficient computer skills in Android OS; on tablet & smart phone., • Proficient computer skills in Citrix Applications., • Strong oral and written communication skills., • Strong technical knowledge in Railroad Engineering, Railroad Design, Railroad Construction, and Safety., • High level of accuracy and attention to detail; well organized., • Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships., • Ability to travel for extended periods of time; sometimes month(s) at a time., • Provide jobsite coordination., • Provide clear and concise communication with Dispatchers, Train Crews, other Railroad Personnel, and/or Contractor personnel., • Provide clear, concise, and thorough job briefings with all personnel on each job site., • Enforce all Railroad, State, and Federal Policies., • Identify rule violations and resolve in accordance with Railroad, State, and Federal Policies., • Enforce Contractor training requirements., • Submit daily field reports detailing Contractor and/or Railroad activities. Physical Demands: 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. • Must be able to hear, speak, read, and write clearly in English., • Must be able to drive long distances and/or travel by other modes as necessary., • Must be able to stand for long periods of time and/or walk on level/uneven ground., • Must be able to see up close, distances, colors and have use of peripheral vision and depth perception., • Must be able to tolerate extreme heat/cold temperatures., • Must be able to tolerate dusty/noisy conditions., • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, • Short Term, Long Term Disability Insurance, • Paid Vacation and Holidays Safety Commitment: All employees of all levels are to remain committed to safety at all times while employed at National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS). As such, no job is so important and no service is so urgent that we may not take time to perform all work safely. Simply put, safety is our way of life. By placing safety first, we not only ensure the wellbeing of our employees, customers, and communities, but we hold true our commitment to being the leader in safety throughout the Railroad Industry. Closing Statement: National Railroad Safety Services, Inc. (NRSS) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Any candidate selected for this position must be able to successfully pass pre-employment/recurrent background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and classroom training. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

The Lane Construction Corporation is one of America’s leading construction companies, specializing in large, complex civil infrastructure. For nearly 130 years, it has contributed to the development of the country’s vast network of roads, highways, and bridges, including the Interstate Highway System. Lane also specializes in tunnels, metro and railway systems, as well as airports and water and wastewater treatment plants. The Senior Safety Supervisor-Tunnels is responsible for developing and managing the accident prevention program and the laws that relate to the safety of our work for the area they are assigned. Responsibilities: Including but not limited to: • Administer compliance with the safety program and lead accident prevention efforts to ensure company and project safety goals are met, • Conduct work area assessments, • Develop and facilitate appropriate training programs, • Supervise, develop, and manage other safety professionals under his/her area of responsibility to ensure the effective administration of the project/company accident prevention efforts, • Develop, organize, and implement safety related programs that meet company safety standards, • Perform and document jobsite inspections and audits with a focus on hazard recognition and unsafe behaviors, • Coordinate and conduct safety meetings/training programs to ensure effective communication amongst employees, • Participate in regulatory agency inspections and investigations to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, • Ensure safety completion by reviewing the job hazard analysis for major phases of our work, • Keep in contact with corporate insurance department to ensure proper documentation has been prepared and maintained on asset loss and workers compensation claims, • Carry out job duties while maintaining Lane values, • And other duties as assigned Qualifications: • Must have knowledge and understanding of Construction Safety Orders, MUTCD standards, fail protection, OSHA, MSHA, and other state and federal agency guidelines, • Must have 5 years or more of safety supervision of construction work, • Must have credentials to train OSHA 10 and 30 Hour program, • Have training and knowledge of Traffic Control, Rigging, Crane Basics, Confined Space, Lockout Tagout and Asphalt/Concrete plant basics, • The ability to make independent judgments concerning the general safety of workers, • Team player with a professional image, capable of handling highly confidential information, • Exercise excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment that may require long hours, including nights and weekends, • Strong time management, prioritization, and organizational skills, • Proficient in MS Office Suite Lane Construction offers a comprehensive benefits package with an excellent opportunity to grow and be part of one of the most respected names in the construction industry. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Lane is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.

Job Description Armand Corporation, an award-winning M/WBE Construction Management firm celebrating over 33 years in the industry, is seeking a full-time Cost Estimator with civil experience relating to railways/transit in the New York City, NY & Newark, NJ area. The ideal candidate has at least 8 years of experience in the field of construction as a full-time Estimator, with demonstrated projects they have worked on relating to large-scale civil railway construction. If selected, candidates will need to provide digital proof of licensure and certification for all U.S.-based accolades, including academic degree, before time of interview. Information provided is handled with discretion and will be used purely for benefit of employment with various government agency clients and associated background checks. This is a full-time, Hybrid position in New York, NY. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to, the following: • Analyze project drawings, specifications, and other documentation to identify scope, quantities, and specifications for tunnel construction activities., • Conduct quantity take-offs, material pricing, labor cost estimation, and subcontractor quote analysis to develop comprehensive and accurate cost estimates., • Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and procurement teams to understand project requirements, technical aspects, and scheduling constraints that may impact cost estimates., • Update and maintain a cost tracking system to monitor project expenditures, track budget deviations, and identify cost-saving opportunities., • Participate in value engineering exercises, risk assessments, and cost-saving initiatives to optimize project costs without compromising quality or safety standards., • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a field related to construction required., • 8+ years of professional experience working directly as a full-time Estimator involved in large-scale civil railway construction projects., • Proficiency in cost estimating software, construction cost databases, and MS Excel for detailed analysis and reporting., • Strong computer skills (MS Office, MS Project, Adobe Acrobat), • Driver's License preferred., • Must be authorized to work in the United States str4mS9HAp