Principal Project Mgr Vertical Construction- 90364151 - Philadelphia

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Job Summary

Under the direction and mentorship of the Project Dir, the Principal Project Manager is responsible for managing large capital projects or supporting high complex capital projects (ranging from $20M-$250M), related to railyard and facility upgrades and modifications.

Essential Functions

• Develops and implements project plans, schedules and budgets consistent with operational needs and budget allowances and oversees bid negotiations and consultant relationships.
• Manages and monitors project schedules, progress and costs; maintain, adjusts and update project plans, as needed; consolidate and communicates risks affecting the project, and ensures the timely communication of project status to project participants and stakeholders.
• Ensures project progress by measuring the variance in scope, schedule, cost and quality from the respective baselines and takes necessary action to address deviations.
• Identify, document and lead evaluation of changes based on cost, schedule, risk and scope impacts as well as cross ­functional dependencies. Ensure appropriate packaging of relevant information to support appropriate project change and governance decision processes.
• Works with senior leaders to contribute relevant data to support annual planning activities.
• Provides financial project performance and forecasting reports to senior executives and government regulators. Identify and evaluate the risks associated with project activities and work across the organization to establish and monito mitigation plans.
• Build and maintain external relationships to provide effective communication of capital program status and accomplished goals and objectives.
• Develops and administers of the budget for assigned projects; approves the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; approves expenditures and implements budgetary adjustments as appropriate.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 7+ years of experience in project management with emphasis on medium to large scale project implementation.
• Demonstrated construction experience in a railroad environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities under tight constraints.
• Must have the ability to coordinate efforts with other technical disciplines and have knowledge of scheduling, budgeting, and estimating.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required OR equivalent combination of training, education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Plus,
• 7 years of prior relevant experience required

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer’s (PE) License or Licensed Architect
• 9+ years of relevant experience
• Certified Construction Management (CCM) or Project Management Professional (PMP)

Enviromental Conditions/Physical Demands

• Position works 4 days in office with 1 day remote.
• Work location, 1801 Market Street

The salary/hourly range is $113,200.00 – $146,664.00. 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:167589

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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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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