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*This position is a tiered position. Incumbents will have a position level assigned based on their skills and experience, and in alignment with position development plans. Position placement is at Amtraks sole and absolute discretion.*

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:
The Engineer of capital Construction is responsible in assisting in the management and oversight of all Capital Construction and I&C (Individual & Companies) Projects within the NY Portfolio of capital construction. The Engineer of Capital Construction reports to the Senior Manager of Capital Construction for the New York Portfolio. This position will be Amtraks on-site representative during the construction phase of projects and works directly with field supervisors and contractors. This position will act as liaison with contractors, design consultants and clients to ensure construction activities support project requirements. The general duties of this position will be to assist the NY Portfolio to construct a project in accordance with specifications and to monitor/report on production metrics that provide the required data to help the project meet its established scope, schedule and budget. This position has a combination of office and field environment. This position is subject to respond to emergencies in all weather conditions 24/7. This position requires overnight, and weekend coverage based on project schedule.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Coordinates work activities, track outages, and power outages with various Amtrak departments including Transportation, Track, ET, and C/S.
Organizes and attends project site walks with contractors and various Amtrak department personnel
Provides constructability reviews of design plans and all construction phase submittals associated with the Project.
Prepares force account estimates and project estimates and schedule.
Works with Project Manager to ensure the project is executed in accordance to the agreed upon scope, costs and schedule.
Reviews daily production reports
Provides weekly updates to the project manager on the status of project, including any issues that occurred.
Provides formal monthly project status reports addressing actual and forecast costs and schedules, change of status, etc. to the Program Manager of the project.
Attends progress meetings and report on project status.
Works with Project Manager to review requests for change from the field and, if appropriate, prepares a potential change notice with appropriate justification for submission to PM.
Assists in the management of agreement employees and field personnel
Prepares and reviews Safety Site Specific Work Plan (SSSWP) to ensure safety of the job
Reviews contractors design submittals and works with system office and NY Division ADEs
Performs daily safety audits and takes corrective actions to improve safety
Communicates and implements safety rules, policies, and procedures in support of the corporation's safety vision and goals.
Conducts monthly safety meetings and safety stand downs with the force account
Maintains, supports, and promotes a safe work environment while complying with all of Amtraks safety rules, policies, and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

BS degree in engineering, construction management or related field, or the equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities under tight constraints.
Must have the ability to coordinate efforts with other technical disciplines and have knowledge of scheduling, budgeting, and estimating.
Possess strategic and tactical skills required for planning and executing complex project work.
Strong leadership required, encompassing effective communication, motivation, and team building/team performance skills.
Strong Safety Focus.
Knowledge of RWP, AMT II, NORAC, applicable FRA rules and regulations, OSHA requirements and other federal, state and local regulations and standards sufficient to ensure compliance.
Demonstrated experience in using PC-based word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint) sufficient to prepare effective business analyses and presentations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Valid drivers license

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Practitioner experience with construction and construction management.
Demonstrated working knowledge of Amtrak standards (MW1000, Engineering Practices, NORAC, AMT-1, AMT-2) and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) Safety Standards and OSHA.
Demonstrated construction experience in a railroad environment.
Licensed as professional engineer or architect
Certified Construction Management (CCM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

COMMUNICATIONS AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.

Requisition ID:113501
Posting Location(s):New York
Job Family/Function:Engineering
Relocation Offered:No
Travel Requirements:Up to 25%

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We want your work at Amtrak to be more than a job we want it to be a fulfilling experience where you find challenging and rewarding opportunities, respect among colleagues, competitive pay, benefits that protect you and your family and a high performance culture that recognizes and values your contributions and helps you reach your career goals.

All positions require pre-employment background check verification, a pre-employment drug screen and proof of full vaccination against COVID -19. Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing. Marijuana, notwithstanding any statute, ordinance, regulation, or other law that legalizes or decriminalizes the use or possession of marijuana, whether for medical, recreational, or other use. Candidates who engage in the usage of marijuana will not be qualified for hire. Successful applicants for employment with Amtrak must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by the date of hire as a condition of employment, subject to requests for accommodation. Fully vaccinated means 14 days have elapsed since receiving the second dose of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine or 14 days since receiving the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.

In accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR 40.25), Amtrak is required to obtain prior drug and alcohol testing records for applicants/employees intending to perform safety-sensitive duties for covered Department of Transportation positions. If an applicant/employee refuses to provide written consent for Amtrak to obtain these records, the individual will not be permitted to perform safety-sensitive functions.

Note that any education requirement listed above may be deemed satisfied if you have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Amtrak is an EOE/Affirmative Action Minority/Female employer, and we welcome all to apply. We consider candidates regardless of race/color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions), national origin/ethnicity, age, disability (intellectual, mental and physical), veteran status, marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, citizenship or any other personal characteristics protected by law.

POSTING NOTES: Engineering|| Engineering & Mechanical