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Sr Principal Project Mgr - Estimating/Commercial

AMTRAK

Location:
United States, New York

Category:
Construction

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

135800.00 - 176040.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

Amtrak is delivering one of the most significant and complex rail infrastructure programs - the Sawtooth Bridges Replacement Program. This multi-phased CMAR megaproject includes major bridges replacement, heavy civil works, rail systems integration, and multiple construction packages delivered under a CMAR model. We are seeking a Senior Estimator & Commercial Manager with strong contractor-side experience to lead estimating oversight and commercial strategy, including GMP negotiations across multiple CMAR construction packages.

Job Responsibility:

Lead the review, analysis, and assessment of CMAR contractor cost models for multiple work packages
Reconcile CMAR pricing with Amtrak’s Independent Cost Estimates (ICE)
Evaluate labor productivity, subcontractor pricing, allowances, escalation, and contingencies
Lead estimate validation, bid reviews, and cost alignment across packages
Provide estimating insights that support negotiations, value engineering, and scope refinement
Lead GMP negotiations with the CMAR for multiple construction packages
Support overall commercial strategy for multi-phase CMAR delivery
Work closely with Amtrak Legal, commercial, and procurement Team to modify, rework, and negotiate General Provisions (GPs) and Division 1 requirements
Ensure contract language supports clear deliverables, realistic pricing, and alignment with the ICE
Advise leadership on negotiation strategies, claims, and commercial trade-offs
Manage commercial exposure related to pricing assumptions, scope gaps, schedule impacts, and contractual obligations
Review subcontractor procurement packages, bid leveling, and buyout strategies
Evaluate subcontractor quotes, exclusions, scope alignment, and pricing assumptions
Provide insight on procurement sequencing, award strategy, and risk transfer
Build strong, effective relationships with CMAR partners and major subcontractors
Lead development and maintenance of the Commercial Risk Register
Evaluate change order requests, claims, and cost proposals across all packages
Monitor commercial trends and advise leadership on cost and risk exposure
Work closely with Legal on dispute resolution, negotiation strategies, and documentation
Support project leadership throughout the lifecycle of change, negotiation, and closeout
Collaborate with Engineering, Project Controls, Legal, Procurement, and senior leadership
Ensure alignment between design evolution, estimating, commercial strategy, and execution
Prepare commercial and estimating briefings for executive leadership
Promote a collaborative, solution-focused project culture

Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience
Plus 7 years of relevant work experience
Prior experience working for a General Contractor, Heavy Civil Contractor, CMAR contractor, or major rail/transit builder
Strong contractor-side estimating experience, especially on large civil, rail, transit, or bridge projects
Contractor procurement and subcontract management experience
Experience leading or supporting GMP negotiations and multi-package procurement strategies
Familiarity with CMAR delivery, progressive design-build, or other alternative delivery models
Strong understanding of cost modeling, productivity rates, escalation, and contractor pricing logic
Experience modifying or negotiating General Provisions / Division 1 with Legal and Commercial teams
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-complexity megaproject environment
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills

Nice to have:

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education, training and/or relevant experience
Plus 9 years of relevant work experience

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
rail pass privileges

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 18, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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Sr Principal Project Mgr - Estimating/Commercial

AMTRAK

Location:
United States, New York

Category:
Construction

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

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Job Posted:
December 18, 2025

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