AECOM

Project Manager, Signals & Communications - Rail & Transit

AECOM$80K — $120K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a relevant technical field (preferred)
  • Minimum of 2 years experience in signals and communications for rail and transit
  • PEng eligibility within 12 months and/or PMP certification
  • Valid driver's license
  • 4+ years experience managing public transit signals and communications projects (preferred)
  • Strong technical knowledge in signal systems and communications systems (preferred)
  • Experience with major public transit agencies in Ontario (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Lead delivery of signals and communications projects from inception to completion
  • Support business development through proposals and client engagement
  • Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and work plans
  • Identify and coordinate resources for project delivery
  • Oversee delivery teams, fostering a collaborative environment
  • Interface with clients and stakeholders for successful outcomes
  • Monitor project performance and manage risks effectively
  • Facilitate regular progress meetings with stakeholders

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Life, AD&D, and disability benefits
  • Paid time off and leaves of absence
  • Access to well-being resources and employee assistance programs
  • Flexible work options and perks
  • Retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan
  • Service recognition awards
Full Job Description
Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is actively seeking a Project Manager - Signals & Communications to join our growing Rail & Transit team in Ontario. This is a key leadership role responsible for the successful delivery of signals and communications projects across a wide portfolio of transit programs in the region. The ideal candidate brings a strong technical foundation in railway systems along with proven project management capabilities in complex transportation environments.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and manage the delivery of signals and communications projects from inception through completion, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives are met.
  • Support business development efforts, including proposal writing, pricing strategies, and client engagement, particularly with major public transit agencies in Ontario.
  • Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and work plans for signals and communications systems including Conventional signalling, ATC, CBTC, interlockings, fibre optics, public address, CCTV, and related rail communications infrastructure.
  • Identify and coordinate required resources to deliver transit systems projects efficiently and effectively.
  • Oversee project delivery teams, including technical specialists, coordinators, and subconsultants, while fostering a collaborative team environment.
  • Interface with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary internal teams to ensure successful outcomes.
  • Monitor project performance, proactively manage risks, and apply effective change control and quality assurance practices.
  • Facilitate and lead regular progress meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Maintain accurate documentation and ensure timely communication across all project phases.
  • Comply with AECOM's Quality Management System and obtain MAP (Managing AECOM Projects) certification if not already held.
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members in project delivery and systems engineering.


Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:
  • This role is based on-site
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a relevant technical field.(Preferred but not required)
  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in the delivery of signals and communications systems for rail and transit.
  • PEng eligibility in 12 months and/ or PMP
  • Valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • 4+ years of progressive experience managing public transit signals and communications projects.
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation.
  • PMP certification is an asset.
  • Strong technical knowledge in signal systems (e.g., interlockings, CBTC, ATP, ATO, level crossings) and communications systems (e.g., fibre, CCTV, PA, SCADA, radio, network infrastructure).
  • Experience working with major public transit agencies in Ontario (e.g., Metrolinx, TTC) or other Canadian jurisdictions.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects concurrently.
  • Familiarity with multidisciplinary coordination across civil, structural, and electrical engineering.
  • Understanding of Systems Engineering principles, RAMS, and Safety Assurance.
  • Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Join us in shaping the future of sustainable transit infrastructure in Ontario.

Additional Information

Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

About AECOM

AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets, including transportation, facilities, environmental, energy, water and government. With approximately 45,000 employees around the world, AECOM is a leader in all of the key markets that it serves. AECOM provides a blend of global reach, local knowledge, innovation and technical excellence in delivering solutions that create, enhance and sustain the world's built, natural, and social environments. A Fortune 500 company, AECOM serves clients in more than 150 countries and had revenue of $8.0 billion during the 12 months ended March 31, 2014.

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Learn more about AECOM
Size
51,000 employees
Market Cap
$11.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$200.8 million
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
-6.3%
Revenue
$13.3 billion
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