Amtrak · 1 day ago
Sr. Program Manager-Rail Activation & Testing - 90364948 - Onsite New York, NY
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$136K/yr - $176K/yr
9+ years expAmtrak is a company that connects businesses and communities across the United States, prioritizing the safety of its passengers and employees. They are seeking a Senior Program Manager for Rail Activation and Testing to oversee testing, commissioning, and related activities for the Hudson Tunnel Project, collaborating with engineers and contractors to ensure best practices in project management and systems activation.
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Responsibilities
Establish Program Control structures for effective execution of the Testing and Commissioning program and processes of project driven initiatives for the program
Train control system design, construction, testing and commissioning
Rail and transit operation Design standards and safety regulations
Understanding of project requirements and project closeout
Basic to intermediate understanding of other subsystems such as Communications, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition/ SCADA, Traction power, Tunnel Ventilation, On-Board, Auxiliary Electrical Systems, and Mechanical-Electrical (MEP)
Intermediate to advanced understanding of On-Board/ Wayside Interface Intermediate to advanced understanding of Train Control technologies such as: Automatic Train Control (ATC), Positive Train Control (PTC), and Communications-Based Train Control (CBTC) Systems Engineering & Systems Integration
Work with Designer of Record to identify, document and elevate cross-organizational and vendor-driven that impact project management or program acceptance, including systems
Work with peers across the organization to develop and implement appropriate management processes with internal stakeholders for implementation
Identify and manage assessment of scope, schedule and budget through the appropriate design process and support the systems testing and configuration program
Work with team members providing guidance and support technologies in support of the Hudson Tunnel Project guidance on adherence to the Project Management practices
Build strong relationships within Amtrak to understand the business challenges and opportunities with the delivery of the Hudson Tunnel as directed
Cultivate partnership among team members and portfolio stakeholders by ensuring a quality management process during T&C development
Ensure program adherence to the Amtrak Program Management methods and governance standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree required OR equivalent combination of training, education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
Strong project and program management skills
Superb communication and stakeholder management skills with focus on collaboration, team building, and customer service
Must have work authorization in the United States
Strong project and program management skills
Strong focus on collaboration, team building, and customer service
Highly motivated and self-directed
Excellent analytical, mathematical, and creative problem-solving skills
Excellent listening, interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
Logical and efficient, with keen attention to detail
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, MS Project)
Preferred
9-12 years of relevant experience preferred
Graduate degree
PMP Certification
Experience managing programs in the transportation industry environment
Benefits
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
Rail pass privileges
Company
Amtrak
Amtrak is a provider of intercity passenger rail services across the country, connecting major cities and regions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$125.7MKey Investors
Federal Railroad AdministrationU.S. Department of Transportation
2024-09-03Grant· $63.9M
2023-09-25Grant· $8.8M
2022-08-18Grant· $45M
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