Sr Project Mgr - 90001575 - Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA, US, 19104
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Job Summary
Under the direction and moderate level of supervision of the Senior Principal Design Manager, the Senior Project Manager – Design Manager will assist in management of design development of Amtrak’s Susquehanna River Rail Bridge project. This position requires the ability to work independently to collaborate with stakeholders and project partners, build consensus, identify, manage, and control change, as well as support the development and procurement of contract documents, fit-for-purpose construction documents, and audit work for quality assurance. The Susquehanna River Bridge, originally built in 1906, have far exceeded their useful life. Located in Maryland, between Perryville and Havre de Grace, the bridge has become a chokepoint on the nationally significant NEC. The Susquehanna River Bridge Replacement Project will achieve a state of good repair, enhance the reliability and resiliency of rail service, and allow for future capacity improvements along this critical corridor of the NEC.
Essential Functions
- Assist in overseeing and providing direction as the design progresses to Amtrak’s third-party design consultant. Ensure compliance with Amtrak standards and guidelines and all applicable federal/state/regional regulatory agencies requirements.
- Coordinate with internal Amtrak Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to obtain direction and technical solutions to design related questions so that design efforts can continue without delay.
- Engage with internal and external stakeholders (including customer service, operations, planning, real estate, engineering, transportation, local and state agencies, FRA, and other partners as required) to determine project needs and priorities.
- Manage and monitor the internal stakeholder review process. Manage expectations of competing stakeholders in a matrix organization. Ensure alignment with project scope and limitations.
- Work with PM/CM team to process design related and CMAR Requests for Information (RFI). Develop, issue, and electronically file project and record documents and submittals.
- Performs technical reviews of submittals, contractor schedules, and invoices to ensure accuracy, compliance with design intent, and timely processing.
- Review contractor and vendor invoices for approval. Processes same ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Mentor team members and delegate responsibilities based on experience and project needs.
- Drive collaboration across diverse teams to deliver solutions to technical challenges.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong focus on collaboration, team building, and driving to provide solutions to technical questions and challenges.
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a matrix organization.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Experience with the Microsoft Office, as well as the ability to be trained and become familiar with Amtrak’s requirements, systems, and software.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Architecture, Construction, or Project Management, Business Administration, Transportation, or related field.
- Must have work authorization in the United States.
- Plus 6 years of relevant work experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Civil, Structure, Construction, Project Management, Transportation, or related field.
- 7 years of relevant experience preferred
- Licensed Professional Engineer.
- Bridge engineering and bridge construction experience.
- Understanding of railroad business functions, operations, and design and construction processes.
- Previous railroad, heavy civil and bridge projects in the design and/or construction phases.
Environmental Conditions/Physical Demands
- Office building environment.
- Work in cubicle setting; stand, sit, bend, twist, use file drawers.
- Sit at computer to complete assignments, projects, and majority of tasks.
- Ability to work under pressure. Occasional travel as needed.
- On site work schedule. 4 days in the office with 1 day remote.
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The salary/hourly range is $94,300.00 – $122,256.00. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, 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:165774
Work Arrangement:06-Onsite 4/5 Days Click here for more information about work arrangements at Amtrak.
Relocation Offered:No
Travel Requirements:Up to 25%
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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.
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