Program Mgr - 90367458 - New York

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Our values of ‘Do the Right Thing, Excel Together and Put Customers First’ are at the heart of what matters most to us, and our Core Capabilities, ‘Building Trust, Accountability, Effective Communication, Customer Focus, and Proactive Safety & Security’ are what every employee needs to know and do to be most impactful at Amtrak. By living the Amtrak values, focusing on our capabilities, and actively embracing and fostering diverse ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives, together we will honor our past and make Amtrak a company of the future.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

Under the direction of the Senior Program Manager, the Program Manager will be responsible for managing capital programs within the NJ-NY Capital Delivery Portfolio such as Track, Structures, Facilities, Substations, Catenary, C&S and/or ET. The Program Manager will ensure the adherence to project scope, budget, schedules, and stakeholder requirements throughout all project phases. This position works with Amtrak Capital Delivery, IMCS, the Federal Railroad Administration, suppliers, and other stakeholders to develop strategies, plans, and funding approaches to advance Amtrak’s mission.  

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Mentor and coach junior level Project Management staff and matrixed team members and provide guidance on adherence to Project Management practices. 
• Identify efficiencies and present recommended improvement opportunities at various levels of management. 
• Assist to plan, develop, prioritize, monitor, forecast and adjust as necessary, the NJ-NY programs (reimbursable, PRIIA, BCC and non-BCC, etc.) that supports the Amtrak Strategic Plan.
• Interfaces with Project Managers, Divisional and Production leadership, Amtrak forces and/or Contractor(s) responsible for implementation of the program scope, schedule and budget.
• Responsible for monitoring, reporting and forecasting the NY Division IMCS Department’s capital spending and capital production units installed by personnel working on NY programs.
• Coordinate with the Capital Delivery Project Managers, Division IMCS staff, Production Leadership, Discipline Deputy Chiefs and various operating departments’ leadership to assist in developing scope, schedule and budget for individual projects within the NY portfolio, along with coordination of reprogramming as necessary to allow for resource availability and fiscal constraints on a program level.
• Accomplish program objectives by planning and evaluating activities.
• Leads, defines, and achieves engineering, safety, and work standards and associated procedures to ensure that program assets meet business needs and satisfy FRA regulations.
• Works within Capital Delivery and engages the various IMCS disciplines to define business needs for responsible projects/programs and translates those needs into requirements.
• Update quarterly reports for the FRA.
• Leads the conceptual design of assets, ensuring the delivery of best practice and continuous improvements.
• Adheres to Amtrak Enterprise Project Management methodology.
• Provide monthly feedback to junior staff and hold monthly meetings with Project Delivery and Division/Production leadership to review budget, scope, schedule and production units.
• Compile monthly project summary reports for submittal to the FRA compiling data submitted by the Capital Delivery Managers, Division staff and Finance. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Civil, Structure, Construction, or Project Management, Business Administration, Transportation, or related field
• Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• PMP certification or the ability to obtain within 12 months of employment
• Must have the ability to coordinate efforts with other technical disciplines and have knowledge of scheduling, budgeting, and estimating. 
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities under tight constraints. 
• Possess strategic and tactical skills required for planning and executing complex project work. 
• Strong leadership required, encompassing effective communication, motivation, and team building/team performance skills.
• Strong Safety Focus.
• Demonstrated experience in using PC-based word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint) sufficient to prepare effective business analyses and presentations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders. 
• Valid driver’s license

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree required OR equivalent combination of training, education, and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• 7-10 years of relevant experience preferred
• Graduate degree and nine (9) plus years of experience 
• Experience with employee growth and retention. 
• PgMP certification 
• Transportation industry background 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

• Combination of office building and jobsite environment.
• Work in cubicle setting; stand, sit, bend, twist, use file drawers.
• Sit at computer to complete assignments, projects, and majority of tasks.
• Occasional travel to field and training as needed.

COMMUNICATIONS AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.

The salary/hourly range is $113,200 - $135,800, Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, internal equity, etc. Depending on an employee’s assigned worksite or location, Amtrak may consider a geo-pay differential to be applied to the employee’s base salary. Amtrak may offer additional incentive and pay programs to recognize and reward our employees, including a short-term incentive bonus based upon factors such as individual and company performance that is commensurate with the level of the position and/or long-term incentive plan compensation. In addition to your salary, Amtrak offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes health, dental, and vision plans; health savings accounts; wellness programs; flexible spending accounts; 401K retirement plan with employer match; life insurance; short and long term disability insurance; paid time off; back-up care; adoption assistance; surrogacy assistance; reimbursement of education expenses; Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility; Railroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefits; and rail pass privileges. Learn more about our benefits offerings here.

Requisition ID:160152
Posting Location(s):New York
Job Family/Function:Engineering 
Relocation Offered:No 
Travel Requirements:Up to 25% 
 

You power our progress through your performance.
 

We want your work at Amtrak to be more than a job. We want your career at Amtrak to be a fulfilling experience where you find challenging work, rewarding opportunities, respect among colleagues, and attractive compensation. Amtrak maintains a culture that values high performance and recognizes individual employee contributions. 

Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Amtrak positions requires a pre-employment background check that includes prior employment verification, a criminal history check and a pre-employment drug screen. 

Candidates who test positive for marijuana will be disqualified, regardless of any state or local statute, ordinance, regulation, or other law that legalizes or decriminalizes the use or possession of marijuana, whether for medical, recreational, or other use. Amtrak's pre-employment drug testing program is administered in accordance with DOT regulations and applicable law.  

In accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR § 40.25), Amtrak is required to obtain prior drug and alcohol testing records for applicants/employees intending to perform safety-sensitive duties for covered Department of Transportation positions. If an applicant/employee refuses to provide written consent for Amtrak to obtain these records, the individual will not be permitted to perform safety-sensitive functions.

In accordance with federal law governing security checks of covered individuals for providers of public transportation (Title 6 U.S.C. §1143), Amtrak is required to screen applicants for any permanent or interim disqualifying criminal offenses. 

Note that any education requirement listed above may be deemed satisfied if you have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Amtrak is an EOE/Affirmative Action Minority/Female employer, and we welcome all to apply. We consider candidates regardless of race/color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions), national origin/ethnicity, age, disability (intellectual, mental and physical), veteran status, marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, citizenship or any other personal characteristics protected by law.