Railways That Deliver

Keeping Our Railway Partners' Projects On Track

Railway projects are unlike any other. They involve mission-critical infrastructure running on extremely tight schedules, delivering essential goods to millions of Americans every day. Successful project delivery demands the highest level of contractor performance, which is why ESS has earned the trust of many of the top regional and national railway companies.

From constructing track embankments and sub-ballasts, to bridge replacements over one of the Midwest’s busiest freight corridors, ESS rises to meet even the most challenging railway projects to keep our clients on track. We plan proactively to guarantee safety, schedule, and communication at every stage of the project.

Total number of safety incidents on ESS railway projects
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Highlights

How We Serve Our Railway Partners

Safety
First Stop: Safety Junction

We consider safe operations to be table stakes for any contractor — the unwavering, baseline standard of how we work. At ESS, we know safety is non-negotiable for our railroad partners, and it’s non-negotiable for us.

Schedule
On Track, On Time

For our railway partners, closures and shut-downs aren’t an option. They have to keep moving regardless of rain, snow, or strike. We’re here to make sure their schedule isn’t interrupted so they can keep doing what they exist to do — delivering goods and resources where they need to go.

Performance
Production That Tracks

We’ve worked hard to earn the trust of our railway partners by providing unmatched project quality time and time again. Our performance isn’t limited to a single project. Instead it’s the cumulative effect of our long history of delivering on our promise.

Flexibility
Can-Do Communicators

Railway construction projects simply cannot work without an incredible communication plan involving all partners. We use real-time communication, schedule meetings proactively, and keep the lines open with adjacent rail companies to keep everyone informed and prepared.

HOT-MESS EXPRESS? NOT ON OUR RAILWAY PROJECTS

Frequently asked questions

Still have questions about our railroad work?

  • How long has ESS been doing work for railroad companies?

    ESS began our railroad construction operations in 1993 with an emergency response project.

  • Do you work directly for railways or do you only work in relation to the transportation industry?

    We do both! We’re capable of working along live rail for your transportation project or other infrastructure projects.

  • Does ESS have a railroad safety plan?

    We have a safety plan that’s been approved by our railroad partners.

  • Do your personnel have any certifications to work on railroad projects?

    You betcha — our qualified team has all the necessary certifications to work on any railroad job across the country. Give us a shout to learn more.

Our teams in action

Featured railroad Projects

Our portfolio of railway projects range from track repairs and improvements to transfer facility site developments. ESS provides services for these projects including track embankment, sub-ballast installation, railway bridge construction, and more.

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