Project Management Coordinator
Provides project cost estimates and unit cost for capital and non-capital projects that impact all aspects of key railroad operations. The focus of the position is to provide scheduling, logistics and estimating data to support capital and non-capital projects that improve the efficiency, productivity and safety of railroad operations. Support of construction projects as needed will be required. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

Prepares project cost estimates, utilizing unit cost database and input from project managers. Prepares and refines estimates at various stages of the project, including conceptual design, budgetary development, and AFE (Authorization for Expenditure). Analyzes variances and reports revised estimates to project managers as project progresses and updates unit cost database as required.

Coordinates with Project Management Staff on capital and non-capital projects. Reviews project plans and compares to ARRC, AREMA and ADOT Standards. Participates in project scoping development from concept to construction. Attends project concept meetings, plan review meetings and pre construction meetings for purposes of completing and facilitating plans review and comments. Completes and facilitates plan reviews and provides comments for project management staff and prepares schedules and estimates for capital projects.

Establishes and develops unit costs for key railroad operations. Analyzes cost data for potential productivity improvements. Supports unit cost database users (e.g., project managers). Analyzes work reports/field data to support project managers. Assesses productivity of key programs, ensuring accuracy of data based on site visits, work reports and discussions with project managers. Analyzes costs of work activities and interacts with project managers to optimize performance and identify improvements for present and future operations.

Works with project managers, program analysts and grant staff to track project schedules and budgets versus expenses to provide quarterly reporting.

Analyzes equipment costs to improve utilization and productivity. Assists in developing a method for optimal equipment allocation.

Assists in the acquisition of Field data and/or the supervision of the construction of capital projects throughout the Railbelt as required.

May occasionally be required to drive on an as needed basis.

May be required to participate in Incident Command exercises and activities.

Project Manager, Capital Projects
Primary responsibility is to oversee, direct, and execute large multi-project programs spanning multiple years and funding sources.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Provides oversight, direction, and coordination for assigned projects or project related efforts, which includes managing project design processes, conducting environmental studies and permitting processes; planning and coordinating internal force account work and coordinating contract development for construction by contractors and construction management contractors; and developing quality assurance programs for said contracts. Anticipates, develops and controls changes to projects and related contracts, budget estimating, development, management and execution (payment reviews, prioritization and re-allocation. Provides oversight for compliance with ARRC, state and federal regulations concerning the environment, contract execution, labor regulations, and railroad operational and occupational safety rules.
Assists department managers in developing plans for assigned projects funded by federal and state grants or internal capital funds. A project plan may include: analyzing and formulating project concepts, goals, schedules, cost estimates, critical path issues and financing requirements. Analyzes options and identifies opportunities for performance improvements.
Coordinates project plans for assigned projects with architect, contractors, department program manager, etc.
Provides project support on ARRC engineering projects on an as needed basis. Assists ARRC project management team with unassigned projects as needed.
Coordinates with the Supply Management Department to ensure that all materials and/or services needed for assigned projects funded by federal and state grants or internal capital funds are delivered as required and/or specified in contractual agreements. Reviews and approves invoices for payment.
Provides written and oral updates on assigned projects funded by federal grants to ARRC representatives as well as federal, state, and community groups as required. Organizes meetings such as public hearings as required to accomplish project plan goals and deadlines.
Coordinates with the grant administration staff to ensure all financing procedures are properly followed to include, but not limited to, reporting requirements. Responsible for completion of assigned projects within approved budgetary amounts.
Will be required to drive on an as needed basis.
May be required to participate in Incident Command exercises and activities. 
The full position description and example of duties for this position is located under Class Specifications (enter position title in Search): https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs 
Project Management Coordinator 
Education Requirements
Associate’s Degree in Accounting, Engineering, Construction, Cost Management, surveying or a related field is required, four-year degree is preferred.
 
Work Experience
Three years of relative professional experience working with project engineering construction management, or project accounting is required. Experience with budget and cost control methods is required. Knowledge of personal computers using word processing, spreadsheet software and MS Project scheduling software is required. Proficiency in AutoCAD software is preferred.
Certification/License Requirements
N/A
Preferred Qualifications
 
Railroad experience is preferred.
 
Project Manager, Capital Projects 
Education Requirements
Associate’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or Surveying or related discipline is required. Where work will focus on a specific area (e.g. facilities, Signal/telecom, etc), specific experience in those fields are required. Bachelor’s degree is preferred and counts as 4 years additional experience.
 
Work Experience
10 years of project/construction/design management experience working with architectural, engineering, environmental, NEPA, value engineering, construction contracts, and/or specific specialty (e.g. signal/telecommunications or mechanical) is required.
 
Certification/License Requirements
Must have a valid driver’s license.
 
Preferred Qualifications
Professional Engineer license is preferred. Previous experience working with railroad projects is preferred. Proficiency in AutoCAD software is preferred.
The above reflects only the more significant details for the performance of the job and is not intended to be all inclusive.
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Alaska Railroad Human Resources Department 
E-Mail: arjobinfo@akrr.comMailing Address: P.O. Box 107500, Anchorage, AK 99510-7500
Street Address: 327 West Ship Creek, Anchorage, AK
Fax Number: (907) 265-2542
Alaska Railroad Corporation is an equal opportunity employer

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