Job SummaryThe Senior Manager, Work Planning is responsible for providing leadership, direction, and oversight for work group planning in the New York Division of the Northeast Corridor. This position leads the New York regional team of Amtrak's IPRC group (Implementation, Planning, & Resource Coordination) within the Capital Delivery Department.
The IPRC New York regional team is responsible for the intricate planning and coordination process for multi-discipline (Track, Electric Traction, Communications & Signals, and Structures) track outages, power outages, and labor forecasting for major in-house maintenance and construction, major Capital Delivery projects, and third-party projects in the New York Division of the Northeast Corridor.
Essential Functions- Lead a team of technical managers, responsible for outage planning & coordination and forecasting of Amtrak labor demand in the New York Division.
- Lead and manage effective coordinated planning of project-driven outages (track usage and AC/DC power) for in-house IMCS, Capital Delivery, and third-party projects on the NYD over the NEC, and ensure they are 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.
- Collaborate with peers in other groups (Project Management, Construction Management, Transportation, Service Planning, Engineering System Offices, Capital Project Teams, Division Maintenance, and System Production) to develop comprehensive outage and labor support plans based on projected Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and Annual Grants (AG).
- Lead quarterly regional resource reviews with Senior Leadership.
- 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 (in Engineering, Transportation, Construction Management, or closely related field) required OR equivalent combination of training, education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Plus,
- 9 years of relevant experience required
- 11+ years of relevant experience preferred
Preferred QualificationsFundamental understanding of:
- 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.
- Collective Bargaining Agreements for labor work forces.
Experience with and understanding of key stakeholders:
- U.S. Department of Transportation / Federal Railroad Administration
- Commuter railroads and freight carriers
- Familiarity with Primavera P6 scheduling software.
Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesFundamental knowledge and understanding of:
- Railroad operations and/or maintenance and construction of railroad infrastructure.
- Working knowledge of the Northeast corridor and connecting commuter/freight routes.
- Amtrak's network, service, infrastructure, and train fleet.
- 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 and establish/refine project implementation planning processes and long-range work plans and schedules.
- 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.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Work Environment- Primarily main-office environment.
- Railroad right-of-way and/or project site visits may be required occasionally for short durations, based on department and/or project-specific need.
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The salary/hourly range is $135,800.00 - $176,040.00. 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:166819
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%
