Mgr Capital Construction - Dock Bridge - NIGHT SHIFT - New York

Amtrak•New York, NY

10d•$113,200 - $146,664•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager of Capital Construction is responsible for the execution of the Dock Bridge capital construction project where the total project cost exceeds $100M. The selected candidate will be responsible for managing the overnight construction activities in coordination with the Dock Bridge project team. The individual in this role uses advance knowledge of project and construction management processes and controls to accomplish project objectives by planning and evaluating project activities with minimal supervision from the Sr. Construction Manager and may have either direct reports or matrixed subordinate team members. Coordinate in-house construction efforts of the program within company-owned and/or maintained facilities and right-of-way.

Requirements

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 relevant work experience.
Must have extensive railroad industry experience or relevant experience (e.g./ construction and field production methods, operations and procedures) sufficient to plan and direct activities
Demonstrated project management and supervisory experience
Proficiency in planning, scheduling, budgeting, and finance/cost control
Knowledge of FRA, OSHA, and other regulations for compliance
Skilled in PC-based word processing and spreadsheet software (e.g., Word, Excel)
Ability to work under tight time constraints and manage multiple priorities
Competent in coordinating efforts with other technical disciplines
Strategic and tactical skills for planning and executing complex projects
Strong leadership, communication, motivation, and team-building skills
Demonstrated ability to work under tight time constraints, pressure and multiple priorities
Project delivery, engineering, and maintenance roles, responsibilities, and requirements.
Principles and practices of capital and operating budgets preparation and administration. Principles and practices of contract negotiation and administration.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a closely related field
10+ years relevant experience preferred.
Experience with or working knowledge of Project or Construction Management, railroad track, structures, facilities, signals, and electric traction system
Extensive construction project management and supervisory experience
Knowledge of Amtrak policies, NORAC operating rules, RWP, AMT2, and MW1000 sufficient to ensure compliance
Knowledge of Union workforce and labor contracts
Knowledge of applicable labor agreements sufficient to ensure compliance
Strong interdepartmental leadership with the ability to identify problems and develop solutions
Extensive experience in railroad maintenance and construction
Experience demonstrating skill using PC-based word processing and spreadsheet software (e.g., Word, Excel) sufficient to prepare correspondence and manage budget
Demonstrated ability to work under tight time constraints, pressure and multiple priorities

Responsibilities

Oversee construction management functions including review resource planning, provide information for scheduling and integration, implementation, reports and closeout with to construction, as directed by the Senior Manager Capital Construction.
Responsible for the implementation of technical standards, policies, and procedures related to a specific discipline
Thorough understanding of SSSWP Requirements and SSSWP approval process to ensure timely approval to maintain construction contractor and project schedule
Oversees the development and implementation of construction-related safety plans and programs driven at all levels with specific goals and objectives to reduce injuries for all related projects.
Oversees all aspects of construction inspection and construction reports that are required by Amtrak and the FRA to ensure that construction is following current Amtrak, Federal, State, and local requirements.
Respond to construction related emergencies, perform investigations, identify root causes, write
Assists with the coordination of all construction activities between Amtrak personnel and contractors. Ensures effective utilization and scheduling of third-party contractors force account labor
Assist with development of scope, schedules, estimates and cost-control measures for both short and long-term resource planning
Responsible for the implementation of technical standards, policies, and procedures related to Dock Bridge project