Marilyn Jamison
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Talented professional considered knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Brings 20+ years of valuable expertise to forward company objectives. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Ascensus Retirement Services
09.2022 - Current
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large office projects.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
Senior Director, Rail and Transit
Michael Baker Engineering
10.2016 - 10.2019
- Supported successful completion of the Amtrak/SEPTA Paoli Intermodal Station Project representing SEPTA's financial interest ($25m) through regular on-site coordination with Amtrak and community/business leaders. Included senior leadership updates on the budget, schedule and scope for the project.
- Developed strong relationships with key rail/transit partners, fostering collaboration and mutual growth opportunities.
- Led an internal team to cultivate Diversity and Inclusion Best Practices within the company.
Director, Business Development
Amtrak
02.1999 - 10.2016
- Forged strong relationships with transit partners (PennDOT, NYSDOT, NJ Transit, SEPTA, Maryland DOT, Delaware Transit) to secure funding for mutually beneficial rail infrastructure and station projects.
- Led cross-functional Amtrak team (Planning, Engineering, Finance, Legal, Real Estate, Project Delivery, Labor Relations) to develop project scope, budget and agreement with funding partners ensuring adherence with all applicable Amtrak/FRA policies and guidelines.
- Oversaw the successful completion of rail infrastructure projects (track, signals, catenary, stations) totaling $700m+ in PA, NJ, NY, Delaware and Maryland.
- Completed (planning through construction) improvements (accessibility, state of good repair) to the following stations: Elizabethtown PA, Lancaster PA, Mount Joy PA, Harrisburg PA, Levittown PA, Croydon PA, Villanova PA, Exton PA, Rochester NY, Syracuse NY, Schenectady NY and Moynihan Station West End Concourse (Phase 1),
- Managed and mentored four (4) project managers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Economics And Sociology
Duke University
Durham, NCSkills
- Project Management
- Project planning and development
- Project Scheduling
- Project tracking
- Strategic Planning
- Client Relations
- Conflict Management
- Stakeholder Communications
- Advanced problem solving
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
Timeline
Project Manager
Ascensus Retirement Services
09.2022 - Current
Senior Director, Rail and Transit
Michael Baker Engineering
10.2016 - 10.2019
Director, Business Development
Amtrak
02.1999 - 10.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Economics And Sociology
Duke University