AECOM

Safety & Security Certification Manager

AECOM • $90K — $120K *
Fresno, CA 93722In-Person
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • BA/BS degree with 6 years of relevant experience or equivalent education/experience.
  • Professional certification in safety (CSP, CIH, or CHST) preferred.
  • Minimum 5 years in safety and security certification for large-scale infrastructure or transit programs.
  • Strong familiarity with OSHA, FRA, Cal/OSHA regulations and safety codes.
  • Proven expertise in risk assessments, audits, and inspections.
  • Excellent communication skills for report preparation and delivery.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Manage safety and security certification activities for California High-Speed Rail.
  • Develop and monitor the Safety and Security Certification program.
  • Provide oversight to ensure compliance across project phases.
  • Collaborate with contractors and teams for standardized safety certification processes.
  • Conduct reviews and audits of safety certification packages and risk assessments.
  • Deliver training on safety and security certification to contractors and staff.
  • Prepare technical reports and updates for stakeholders regarding certification activities.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life and disability benefits provided.
  • Generous paid time off and leave of absence policies.
  • Flexible work options available to meet diverse needs.
  • Retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.
  • Employee assistance and well-being resources offered.
Full Job Description
Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Safety & Security Certification Manager for one of our offices in Fresno, CA. This role will manage safety and security certification activities for California High-Speed Rail, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards across all project phases. Oversaw hazard management, risk mitigation, and safety assurance while supporting a strong culture of safety and security in infrastructure development.

  • Develop, implement, and monitor the HSR Safety and Security Certification program
  • Provide program-level oversight and guidance to construction, systems, testing, commissioning, and operational teams to ensure consistent application of safety and security certification activities across all project phases.
  • Coordinate with contractors, consultants, railroad partners, and internal teams to ensure compliance with a standardized process for safety and security certification activities
  • Develop certification documents and packages internally for any contractor or third party who is not contractually obligated to provide Safety and Security Certification
  • Maintain, support, and refine the Certifiable Elements List, Hazard Logs, Preliminary Hazard Analysis (PHA), Threat and Vulnerability Assessment (TVA), and other applicable documentation for each phase of the program
  • Conduct technical reviews of safety and security certification packages
  • Conduct audits and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) requirements and Authority safety and security requirements.
  • Develop and deliver safety and security certification training to associated contractors and HSR staff and support awareness programs for staff, contractors, consultants, and external stakeholders.
  • Track applicable performance trends and provide recommendations for continuous improvement
  • Prepare and present technical reports, executive briefings, certification updates, and program recommendations to HSR leadership, stakeholders, and oversight bodies regarding safety and security certification and associated activities
  • Support integration of safety and security considerations into project schedules, budgets, and risk management activities
  • Lead process improvements to enhance efficiency, accountability, and transparency in safety and security certification across the program. Support implementation of Safety Management System (SMS) principles including hazard management, safety assurance, risk-based decision making, and continuous improvement activities.
  • Serve as a liaison with regulatory agencies and oversight partners regarding certification activities, audit responses, corrective action tracking, and program compliance matters.


Qualifications

Minimum requirements:
  • BA/BS + 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred Requirements:
  • Professional safety certification such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST)
  • At least 5 years of progressive experience in safety and security certification within large-scale infrastructure, transit, or construction programs
  • Strong knowledge of applicable safety and security regulations (OSHA, FRA, Cal/OSHA, and other relevant codes)
  • Experience conducting risk assessments, audits, and inspections
  • Demonstrated ability to prepare and deliver clear reports, safety performance metrics, and recommendations
  • Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams
  • Project Management Professional certification (PMP) preferred
  • Experience with transit or rail infrastructure safety and security programs
  • Familiarity with Homeland Security requirements, security management practices, and emergency response planning
  • Proficiency with safety management systems, data analysis tools, and reporting platforms
  • Master's degree in a related field


Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

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.

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
Real Estate & Construction
Net Income
-$200.8 million
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
-6.3%
Revenue
$13.3 billion
NASDAQ
ACM
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