Principal Value Management Specialist - 90416818

Amtrak

12d•$124,600 - $161,352•Remote

About The Position

The Principal Value Management Specialist establishes and implements best practices for Portfolio Operations, Strategic Investment and Funding, and Governance within Amtrak’s Digital Technology organization. The role coaches VMO stakeholders and business and technology leaders on Lean Portfolio Management (LPM), applying its principles to address challenges facing delivery teams, business teams, and processes. As an enterprise subject matter expert and individual contributor at the principal level, this specialist develops methodologies, leads strategic value assessments, and influences decisions to maximize organizational value. The specialist drives portfolio-level LPM practices, supports strategic management of value demand and roadmaps, and partners with portfolio leadership on roadmaps, objectives and key results (OKRs), and value dashboards. The role also develops enterprise-wide value management frameworks and supports investment decisions through financial and strategic analysis. The position is remote optional, with travel requirements of up to 25%; relocation is not offered.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
At least 7 years of experience in value management, financial analysis, or strategic consulting.
Proven success leading complex enterprise-level value or investment analysis.
Strong proficiency with financial modeling, data visualization, and reporting tools.
Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication skills and ability to influence across all organizational levels.
SAFe 6.0 Lean Portfolio Management (LPM) certification.
Ability to influence without authority.
Emotional intelligence.
Executive presence.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree or certifications.
Certification in Value Management, Project Management Professional (PMP), or a related field.
Experience with portfolio management tools.
Industry-specific knowledge relevant to Amtrak’s sector.
Contributions to industry forums, publications, or thought leadership.
SAFe 6.0 Program Consultant certification.
EBAS certification.
Agility Health Radar experience.
MBA.

Responsibilities

Identify portfolio-level business and engineering OKRs.
Initiate and advance Lean Portfolio Management practices in the Digital Technology portfolio using proven practices.
Support the Senior Director of Lean Portfolio Management in strategic management of Value Management demand and roadmaps.
Partner with the Portfolio Leadership team on the Portfolio Roadmap, EPIC OKR adoption, and a monthly value dashboard for value streams.
Implement portfolio-level Portfolio Kanban processes from ideation through implementation.
Help identify VMO team needs and train stakeholders in best practices across Digital Technology portfolios.
Serve as a process expert, influencing Amtrak toward a lean LPM governance approach that aligns with regulatory acceptance and enterprise business agility.
Lead development and refinement of enterprise-wide value management frameworks, tools, and processes.
Analyze portfolios, projects, and programs to maximize return on investment and value delivery.
Provide senior leadership with strategic insights and advice on value opportunities and trade-offs.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to promote consistent application of value management practices.
Support complex business cases and investment decisions with financial and strategic analysis.
Drive continuous improvement to enhance value management maturity.
Mentor and guide less experienced team members and stakeholders involved in value assessments.
Stay current with industry best practices, emerging trends, and methodologies in value management.
Prepare executive-level reports, dashboards, and presentations communicating insights and recommendations.
Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) with employer match.
Generous paid time off.
Wellness programs.
Railroad Retirement Benefits.
Paid caregiving days and backup care.
Health Savings Account.
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness.
Fertility and family-building benefits.
No-cost Personal Health Advocate.
Student Loan Assistance.
Adoption and surrogacy assistance.
Medical plan opt-out credit.
Tuition and education reimbursement.
Paid family leave.
Life insurance.
Rail pass privileges.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
No-cost financial advisor sessions.
Commuter and flexible spending accounts.
Potential short-term incentive bonus based on factors including individual and company performance.