Project Manager III

Amtrak connect businesses and communities across the country and move America’s workforce toward the future. We employ more than 20,000 diverse, energetic professionals in a variety of career fields throughout the United States.

The Project Manager III is responsible for the quality and delivery of the projects as assigned. The role requires regular analytical and metrics-based reporting to other staff, and stakeholders. This position will manage Amtrak’s efforts related to the planning, design and construction of various projects as assigned.

* Build strong relationships within Amtrak to understand the project challenges and opportunities * Create a collaborative partnership among Amtrak forces, contractors and stakeholders that enables workforce development, change management, and project success * Plan the delivery of the overall project and its activities in accordance with the mission and the goals of the project * Lead and direct Amtrak personnel, consultants and contractors in the execution of the project, schedule and estimate * Develop an annual and project budget and operating plan to support the project * Provide performance analytics on the program for stakeholders * Monitor and approve all budgeted program expenditures * Identify and evaluate the risks associated with program activities and take appropriate action to control the risks * Support the creation of project management best practices, tools, and ways for Amtrak to drive efficiency in order to reduce costs and add value * Coordinate frequent filed meetings to discuss and resolve issues associated with construction, operations, phasing, etc. with relevant Amtrak personnel, contractors and consultants * Be fully qualified on RWP and AMT II, and be able to work in the field environment and well as the office

**Work Experience:** * Strong project and program management skills * Strong focus on collaboration, team building, and customer service * Highly motivated and self-directed * Familiarity with OSHA requirements, FRA and other federal, state, and local regulations and standards, as necessary to ensure project compliance * Able to exercise independent judgment and take action on it * Excellent analytical, mathematical, and creative problem-solving skills * Demonstrated experience in Project Management, and working knowledge of Amtrak Engineering Department associated processes including WebWee, Primavera, SAP * Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks while under pressure * Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, MS Project) * Extensive experience with project and program management, including Earned Value reporting **Other Requirements:** * Demonstrated leadership experience in planning, design, and project management, including demonstrated experience in at least one large, complex infrastructure renewal project * Strong verbal and written communication skills, including ability to articulate complex transportation issues and interact with outside stakeholders including the FRA, as well as all levels of Amtrak employees * Knowledge of BMWE labor agreements, MW 1000, NORAC, RWP, AMT II * Have the ability to acquire the PMP certification **Preferred Education:** Graduate Degree in Engineering or Construction Management, PMP, Professional Engineers License **Communication and Interpersonal Skills:** Must have excellent oral and written communication skills