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The Senior Director IMCS Business Transformation is responsible for leading business process and technology improvements for the Infrastructure Maintenance and Construction Services (IMCS) Department. This includes advancing systems and procedures to enhance workforce effectiveness and asset reliability; driving continuous improvement in State of Good Repair (SOGR) capital planning and IMCS work practices; and developing predictive analytics using engineering data from multiple sources. The role ensures alignment with industry best practices, oversees technology suitability, and directs implementation of the IMCS Infrastructure Asset Management Strategy. Additional responsibilities include fostering cross-department collaboration, leading development of the biennial Infrastructure Asset Line Plan and Northeast Corridor Asset Management Plan per federal requirements, managing the IMCS Management Trainee program, and establishing a comprehensive training and organizational change management practice in partnership with HR and Technical Training to meet certification requirements and develop leadership capabilities.
Job Responsibility:
Oversee and provide direction to IMCS Business Transformation teams, including: Asset Management Strategy – Develop asset line and management plans per 49 USC 24320 and 24904 and identify improvement actions
Industrial Engineering – Implement process improvement programs to boost productivity, reduce costs, and enhance asset utilization
Engineering Asset Management Systems – Deliver and maintain technology solutions for inspection, maintenance, timekeeping, and capital construction, including training and support
Geographic Information Systems – Manage infrastructure asset database, provide network visualization, and deliver mobile applications for work reporting and decision support
Data Analytics – Define and implement tools and processes to integrate infrastructure data streams for informed capital renewal and maintenance decisions
Strategic Initiatives – Analyze new processes, tools, and technology, and standardize IMCS training and communications for 4,000 employees
Direct multi-functional services across IMCS and Engineering by researching issues, reviewing practices, and coordinating with internal and external groups to identify opportunities for quality improvement, efficiency, and cost savings
Develop programs to improve On-Time Performance through predictive analytics and asset reliability reporting
Lead creation of condition assessment guidelines for infrastructure assets to achieve State of Good Repair (SOGR)
Evaluate operational data from work management applications and guide EAM system development for maximum benefit
Provide oversight to IMCS management by communicating vision, setting standards for EAM tools, monitoring quality, supporting employee development, and administering a $10–$15M annual capital budget
Drive department-wide initiatives to improve collaboration, data quality, reporting, and decision-making
Manage interfaces with Amtrak Digital Technology and vendors to align resources with IMCS priorities
Integrate EAM data streams into daily operations and act as principal liaison for corporate management initiatives
Ensure technical application data—job assignments, qualifications, and performance evaluations—are integrated with EAM systems
Requirements:
B.S. degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Organizational Management or related field or the equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience
13 years of relevant work experience
Proficient in asset management
Working knowledge of railroad operations, policies, and procedures
Experience in preparing and making effective presentations
Experience effectively managing project reporting and administrative tools and controls for multiple ongoing projects and/or programs
Experience in using process improvements and predictive analytics to drive operational efficiencies and improve business results
Nice to have:
Experience in using and implementing Continuous Quality Improvement techniques
Master’s Degree in applicable field or Professional Engineer (PE) license
Lean Six Sigma Certification
15 years of relevant work experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated skills using MS Office (Microsoft Excel, Access)
Microsoft Word, PowerPoint
Experience working with an Enterprise system
Preferably Maximo
Demonstrated proficiency in implementation of process-based strategy and design
What we offer:
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