Force Account Construction Manager

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities, and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities, visit our strategy site.Within our consult business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project. The Project: Mace, as part of MPA delivery partner joint venture of Mace-Parsons-Arcadis, have been selected as the Gateway Development Commissions partners of choice to support the GDC across the Gateway Program in New York, inclusive of the Hudson Tunnel Project.The busiest rail connection between New York, New Jersey, and the Northeast Corridor, the Hudson Tunnel Project will improve capacity, reliability, and resiliency of commuter and intercity rail transit serving 800,000 daily passengers from Washington, D.C. to New York and New England. A milestone project supported by the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), the project is slated to receive nearly $12 billion in federal funding, the largest investment in a mass transit project in modern history.Our Values:Safety first - Going home safe and wellClient focus - Deliver on our promiseIntegrity - Always do the right thingCreate opportunity - for our people to excelYou'll Be Responsible For:Force Account Coordination: Coordinate and manage all force account activities in alignment with project requirements and timelines.Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including project managers, contractors, and third-party entities, to ensure seamless integration of force account operations.Budget and Schedule Management: Oversee the budget, scope, and schedule of force account activities, working closely with construction managers and project management teams to ensure adherence to project plans.Change Control Process: Administer the evaluation and approval process of all change requests, ensuring that potential impacts are carefully evaluated and accepted by all parties involved.Reporting and Documentation: Prepare regular progress reports, including safety incidents, work highlights, and physical progress, and ensure accurate and timely documentation of force account activities.Construction Management Support: Provide support to the construction management team, including constructability reviews, operational readiness, and rail activation, to ensure the successful completion of force account construction activities.Design Review Support: Review project drawings and plans in combination with operations and available outages to provide feasibility, scheduling, and planning input to design teams. You’ll Need To Have:Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.15 years minimum experience in the Railroad industry.Proven experience in project management and construction management, with a focus on Amtrak force account operations.Strong understanding of change control processes and project documentation.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.Proficiency in project management tools and software.Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organization.We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role.Job SummaryJob number: 46947Date posted : 2026-09-07Profession: FinanceEmployment type: Full-time