This position works collaboratively and in coordination with all Amtrak Capital Delivery senior staff or staff from other departments, the Federal Railroad Administration, and other U.S. DOT agencies, Congress, States and localities, commuter and freight operators, and suppliers, other third parties, investors and stakeholders to develop strategies, plans, funding and finance approaches, and partnerships to advance Amtrak’s mission
Essential Functions
Develop and implement program integration strategies that align workstreams, sub-programs, projects, and stakeholders with Amtrak’s strategic objectives; incorporating current best practices used in the transportation industry.
Foster collaboration among leadership, business partners, project teams, and project controls functions to ensure successful program execution.
Direct and develop staff through hiring, coaching, training, performance management, and succession planning.
Establish team goals, manage workloads, and continuously improve organizational effectiveness.
Ensure compliance with enterprise project and Airo Program controls, including cost, schedule, risk, and change management practices.
Monitor program performance against scope, cost, schedule, and quality baselines and direct corrective actions as necessary
Ensure the quality, accuracy, and timeliness of forecasts, schedules, estimates, reports, deliverables, and analyses.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance project delivery, strengthen governance, incorporate lessons learned, reduce risks, and drive efficiency.
Oversee development of the Annual Operating Plan and ensure integrity of program financial and planning data.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent combination of training, education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
Plus 11 years of relevant work experience
Experience in leading large complex capital projects or programs
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree in engineering, science, business, construction management or a related degree
Plus 13 years of relevant work experience
PMP Certification
Must be able to represent Amtrak at industry (AREMA, FRA, TTCI, APTA) meetings and committees
Knowledge of work rules and safety standards including Amtrak’s AMT-23 and 27, FRA Rules and Regulations Governing Railroad Signal and Train Control Systems, Roadway Worker Protection, and NORAC/General Code Operating Rules. If individual has not qualified under these, then he/she must have the ability to do so within a year.
Experience with capital projects within the railroad operation environment
Experience as a contractor responsible for field safety and quality
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Skills in advanced leadership and management; effective writing and presentations; conducting meetings and interviews; interpersonal communications; time management; conflict resolution and conducting formal investigations
Skilled in project management
Environmental Conditions/Physical Demands
Office and field work environment
Travel up to 25%
The salary/hourly range is $163,000.00 – $211,140.00. 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.
- Health and Wellbeing
- Financial and Retirement
- Work and Family Life Support
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401K with Employer Match
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Wellness Programs
- Railroad Retirement Benefits
- Paid Caregiving Days and Backup Care
- Health Savings Account
- Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
- Fertility and Family Building Benefits
- No-cost Personal Health Advocate
- Student Loan Assistance
- Adoption and Surrogacy Assistance
- Medical Plan Opt-out Credit
- Tuition and Education Reimbursement
- Paid Family Leave
- Life Insurance
- Rail Pass Privileges
- Short- and Long-term Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- No-cost Financial Advisor Sessions
- Commuter and Flexible Spending Accounts
Learn more about our benefits offerings here.
Requisition ID:167574
- 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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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.
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