Job SummaryThe Manager, Work Planning (Central Division) is responsible for leading and managing initiatives that support work planning and resource coordination across Amtrak's portfolio of Central Division maintenance and construction projects. This position is part of Amtrak's IPRC group (Implementation, Planning, & Resource Coordination) within the Capital Delivery Department.
The IPRC Central Division representative is responsible for the intricate planning and coordination process for multi-discipline (Track, Communications & Signals, and Structures) track outages/curfews, commercial power outages that have the potential to impact railroad operations, and labor forecasting for major in-house maintenance and construction, major Capital Delivery projects, and third-party projects on the Chicago and Michigan Subdivisions of Amtrak's Central Division.
Essential Functions- Develop and maintain a coordinated and comprehensive long-range track outage/curfew forecast that balances the needs of major project-driven projects, critical railroad maintenance, and third-party external projects, and ensure the forecast is incorporated into the appropriate Seasonal Service Plan(s).
- Lead the development of Amtrak labor support forecasts (in-house direct labor and/or support of third-party construction) for Life of Project. Assist the project teams with refining of their access plans for building on/around the active railroad.
- Collaborate with peers in other groups (Project Management, Construction Management, Transportation, Service Planning, Engineering System Offices, Capital Project Teams, Division Maintenance, etc) to develop a comprehensive outage/curfew and labor support plan based on projected Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and Annual Grants (AG).
- Lead quarterly regional resource reviews with Senior Leadership.
- Support the SPORT (Service Planning and Outage RoundTable) process for Central Division.
- Implement labor resource allocation guidelines in coordination with relevant internal departments and ensure adherence to guidelines in labor resource allocation decisions.
- Analyze challenges, problems, and process breakdowns to ensure that lessons learned are used to improve work planning and project delivery practices; identify efficiencies and present recommended improvement opportunities to various levels of management
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 prior relevant experience required
- 9+ years of relevant experience preferred
Preferred Qualifications- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience.
- Plus 9 years of relevant work experience.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, Transportation, Construction Management, or closely related field
Working Knowledge and understanding of:
- Working knowledge of Amtrak's Central Division territory, particularly the Chicago Subdivision and Michigan Subdivision, along with Metra commuter operations, and connecting host freight carrier territory.
- Amtrak's network, service, infrastructure, and train fleet.
- Amtrak's current Track and Time process.
- Theories, principles, and practices of passenger railroad systems design, construction, operations, and maintenance.
- Railroad infrastructure and components, including track, structures, communications, signals, and electric traction systems.
- Amtrak-maintained territory and operation.
- Amtrak's process for developing Seasonal operating plans and train manuscripts.
- Collective Bargaining Agreements for labor work forces.
- Role of the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA)
- General Code of Operating Rules (GCOR)
- Metra commuter operations and freight operations for the various carriers in the Chicago region.
Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesFundamental knowledge and understanding of:
- Railroad operations and/or maintenance and construction of railroad infrastructure.
- Railroad labor functions by craft (C&S, Electric Traction, Track, B&B/Structures).
Skills and Abilities:
- Utilize strong critical thinking and analytical skills to optimize usage of planned track outages/curfews and establish/refine project implementation planning processes and long-range work plans and schedules.
- Familiar with Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, Power Point, and Word; familiarity with Microsoft Project and Visio.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in verbal and written form, including the ability to articulate complex issues, and effectively interact with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
- Effectively manage time, set priorities, and achieve results in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Ability to motivate and support people across the organization to work collaboratively; maintain a teamwork environment; work diplomatically across teams with varying objectives; solicit alternative points of view and objectively articulate the strengths and weaknesses of various options to reach an informed decision.
- Identify problems and develop and implement solutions; facilitate effective conflict resolution; network with internal and external stakeholders and leverage relationships to resolve complex project issues; exercise judgment and creativity in making decisions.
- Understand, interpret, and apply applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, budgets, contracts, and labor/management agreements.
Environmental Conditions/Physical DemandsThe 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 WellbeingFinancial and RetirementWork and Family Life SupportHealth, Dental, and Vision Insurance401K with Employer MatchGenerous Paid Time Off Wellness ProgramsRailroad Retirement BenefitsPaid Caregiving Days and Backup CareHealth Savings AccountPublic Service Student Loan ForgivenessFertility and Family Building BenefitsNo-cost Personal Health AdvocateStudent Loan AssistanceAdoption and Surrogacy AssistanceMedical Plan Opt-out CreditTuition and Education ReimbursementPaid Family Leave Life InsuranceRail Pass Privileges Short- and Long-term Disability InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program No-cost Financial Advisor SessionsCommuter and Flexible Spending Accounts
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Requisition ID:167411
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%