Sr Dir Program Management - 90290500 - Washington

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Summary Of Duties

This position is for the major capital improvement projects included in the Frederick Douglass Tunnel (FDT) (B&P Tunnel Replacement) Program that will modernize and transform a four-mile section of the Northeast Corridor. It includes two new high-capacity tubes for electrified passenger trains, new roadway and railroad bridges, new rail systems and track, and a new ADA-accessible West Baltimore MARC station. Under the direction of the AVP – FDT, the Senior Director of Program Management, will be responsible to oversee a multi-disciplinary team of design, program and construction management personnel to ensure delivery of the FDT Package A - Tunnels consistent with Amtrak’s Capital Delivery goals of safe, on-time and on budget project delivery.

This position will develop and direct an execution team, including Amtrak and Consultant personnel, to ensure the Program stays within the approved scope, schedule, and budget, and ensuring adequate and timely support is obtained from other functions. The Senior Director is responsible for project management, support of contracting processes, design management, construction, and commissioning of infrastructure assets within the assigned scope of the program. This position will also conduct outreach, coordination and collaboration with the Federal Railroad Administration, state partners, and other stakeholders, as necessary.

Essential Functions

• Drive evaluation and impact assessment of identified project risks to enable project team with applicable data for development of risk mitigation plans and contingencies.
• Will have primary responsibility for managing a major Construction Manager At-Risk (CMAR) contractor, reporting on contractor performance, and alerting senior leadership to any potential changes or contract modifications.
• Provide financial project performance and forecasting reports to senior executives. Work with senior leaders to contribute relevant data to support annual planning activities
• Establish collaborative partnership among stakeholders to enable scoping, financial and resource decisions. Develop and maintain required project management artifacts in accordance with Amtrak Project Management standards and applicable regulations.
• Maintain a teamwork environment within all peers. Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of project management.
• Adheres to Amtrak Enterprise Project Management methodology.
• Other duties as assigned
• Execute $1b+ scope of work as part of the FDT infrastructure program.
• Supports Executive status review meetings, Governance and Change Control Boards.
• Coordination and collaboration with the Federal Railroad Administration, state partners, Congress and other stakeholders, as necessary to support effective project delivery.
• Responsible for application of department policies and procedures related to construction safety, project management, construction management and contractor management, including training and development of staff to implement new procedures.
• Monitors actuals and works with other peers to review forecasting against budgets.
• Responsible for development and assignment of people and resources to project team to ensure work is executed as planned – safely, delivering high quality assets, on time and on budget.
• Identify and evaluate the risks associated with project activities and work across organization to establish and monitor mitigation plans.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 13+ years of experience leading the development and/or delivery of heavy civil and rail projects (design, construction and/or rehabilitation).
• Understanding of the contract terms for various delivery models and able to identify contract risks and opportunity.
• Strong Leadership skills, with proven ability to build teams, lead technically and/or politically challenging projects. Expert ability to properly structure and resource projects and programs to ensure safe, effective execution.
• Executive level oral and written communication skills across all levels of internal and external stakeholder groups. Ability to organize and present executive, board and congressional level reports, proposals, and other related information.
• Executive Level Proficiency in Project Management core competencies: (scope, schedule, budget, risk, quality, integration, resource management, prioritization, continuous improvement, and communications).
• Proficient computer skills (i.e., Windows environment, Microsoft Office, PeopleSoft, Oracle, etc.) and strong business administrative skills (i.e. presentations, report and letter writing, time management, etc.).
• Master of collaboration, team building, and strategic alignment across all levels of both internal and external organizations and with track record of successful and diplomatic coordination across myriad stakeholders with competing objectives. Ability to partner with multiple stakeholders and project partners while ensuring Amtrak’s strategic interests are achieved and cost, schedule and scope outcomes are achieved.
• Experience working in multiple project delivery models (DBB, DB, CMAR, Delivery Partner) and variety of project sizes (range ~$100m to $1b+)
• Expert level experience in major construction project management, engineering and/or construction for heavy civil projects. Deep understanding of construction industry/market, effective contract management and how to drive progress and project performance.
• Ability to organize and present project portfolio reports, proposals, and other related portfolio information.
• Effectiveness working diplomatically across teams with varying objectives.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing programs in the transportation industry environment
• Technical expertise in tunnel design and construction, including experience resolving complex technical challenges.
• Experience with capital delivery within railroad operating environment preferred.
• Master’s in Business, Engineering or Construction Management
• Knowledge of contracts and contract administration including its assessment and implementation at each phase of the project.
• PMP Certification

Work 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 as needed.
• Office building environment.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Communications And Interpersonal Skills

Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.

The salary/hourly range is $173,250 - $224,530. 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:159201

Posting Location(s):District of Columbia; Maryland

Job Family/Function:Engineering

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.

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.

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• 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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