Railroad Flagging Coordinator

We are currently seeking a motivated individual to join our National Railroad team as a Railroad Flagging Coordinator. This entry-level position provides an excellent opportunity to build a career within the dynamic railroad industry while gaining hands-on experience in railroad operations, construction coordination, safety, and project support.

As a Railroad Flagging Coordinator, you will support the coordination and scheduling of railroad flagging and protection services for active rail construction and maintenance projects. You will work closely with project teams, contractors, railroad personnel, and flaggers to help ensure the appropriate railroad protection is scheduled and in place when work is being performed around active railroad operations. Benesch’s Railroad Division is made up of highly skilled rail professionals, many of whom are former employees of operating railroads. This firsthand experience working to design and maintain active rail systems uniquely equips our team to develop innovative solutions to a wide variety of rail projects. If you are an organized, detail-oriented individual who enjoys coordinating people and schedules and is interested in building a career in the railroad industry, we invite you to apply.

Location:

The position offers a hybrid schedule, with a preference for candidates who are open to working out of the Cincinnati, Ohio office. However, candidates based out of any Benesch office location will also be considered.

The Impact You Will Have:

• Coordinate and schedule qualified railroad flaggers and protection personnel based on project schedules and railroad requirements.
• Communicate with project managers, contractors, railroad representatives, and flaggers regarding assignments, schedules, and work requirements.
• Assist with coordinating railroad work windows, track outages, and protection requirements.
• Monitor project schedules and communicate changes that may impact flagging coverage or planned work.
• Maintain accurate flagging schedules, assignments, certifications, time records, and project documentation.
• Assist project teams and contractors with coordinating railroad flagging and protection requirements.
• Respond to scheduling changes and last-minute requests while helping identify appropriate flagging coverage.
• Prepare and maintain reports, logs, correspondence, and other project documentation.
• Collaborate with clients, contractors, railroad personnel, and internal teams to support successful project execution.
• Assist with resolving scheduling and coordination issues that arise during construction and maintenance activities.
• Develop knowledge of railroad operating procedures, safety requirements, and applicable industry standards while maintaining a strong commitment to safety.

What We Are Looking For:

• Minimum High School Diploma required; Associate's degree or related technical education preferred.
• Interest in building a career within the railroad, construction, engineering, or transportation industry.
• Previous experience in railroad operations, construction, scheduling, logistics, dispatching, or project coordination is preferred but not required.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to coordinate multiple assignments, schedules, and priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with contractors, railroad personnel, flaggers, and internal project teams.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate schedules, records, and documentation.
• Ability to respond professionally and effectively to changing schedules, competing priorities, and time-sensitive requests.
• Basic understanding of construction or railroad terminology is preferred.
• Ability to learn and apply railroad operating procedures, safety requirements, and project-specific guidelines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a team.
• Willingness to learn and develop knowledge of railroad operations, flagging, and construction safety practices.