AECOM

Transit Project / Program Manager

AECOM$90K — $130K *
Transportation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BA/BS in Civil or Structural Engineering and 8 years of related experience or equivalent education/experience.
  • PE License required.
  • 15 years of professional experience preferred.
  • 10 years of specific Transit experience desired.
  • Familiarity with MBTA, CTDOT, and local transit criteria.

Responsibilities

  • Manage a multi-disciplinary team for transportation projects.
  • Lead and provide expertise for complex transportation programs in heavy/light rail, bus, and ferry.
  • Scope and estimate project requirements effectively.
  • Deliver technical leadership and strategic project direction.
  • Innovate project methodologies for competitive differentiation.
  • Prepare comprehensive technical reports and analyses.
  • Foster and maintain strong client relationships within the Transit sector.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Paid time off, including various leaves of absence.
  • Retirement savings plan with employee stock purchase options.
  • Access to well-being resources and employee assistance programs.
  • Flexible work options and service recognition awards.
Full Job Description
Job Description

AECOM is seeking an experienced Transit Project / Program Manager to join our New England Transit Market Group and can work out of one of our regional offices in New England.

AECOM -Transportation

As populations grow, so do demands for safe, expedient and cost-effective transportation. AECOM's Transportation business line partners with clients around the world to build, modernize and expand transportation projects that carry all our communities into the future - safely and reliably.

We use our extensive knowledge in planning, designing and managing transportation systems - as well as restoring and replacing aging infrastructure - to help our public and private clients find smarter, more advanced ways to move people across cities, countries and continents.

Our integrated approach and social responsibility have earned us the trust of local municipalities, government agencies, commercial clients and public-private partnerships. Our expertise and global reach enable us to deliver high-quality solutions for our clients that pave the way for long-lasting benefits to society.

Daily Duties and typical Responsibilities:
  • Manage a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Lead, manage and provide technical expertise for mid-large size complex transportation projects and programs in Transit, including heavy and light rail, commuter rail, bus and ferry.
  • Ability to scope and estimate projects
  • Provide the organization with technical leadership and strategic direction for delivery of projects
  • Provides technical expertise for studies and designs
  • Provides innovation in project and program approaches and methodologies to achieve marketplace differentiation
  • Prepares technical reports and analyses.
  • Drives project performance and is responsible for the performance of the portfolio.
  • Mentor junior staff and participates in skill development and workforce planning for AECOM's Transportation Business Line
  • Coordinate and collaborate with other Transit market Sectors
  • Continuously interacts with clients to assure satisfaction with AECOM services
  • Develop and build strong relationships with existing and new clients
  • Continue and strengthen client relationships within Transit industry including MBTA, CTDOT, MassDOT Rail and Transit, and RIDOT
  • Participates in identifying new opportunities and in the development of technical proposals
  • Manage project scope, budgets and schedules


Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:
  • BA/BS in Civil or Structural Engineering plus 8 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
  • PE License


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Minimum of 15 years professional experience
  • Minimum of 10 years of Transit experience
  • Experience with MBTA, CTDOT
  • Knowledge of FRA, DOT, AREMA and local railroad /transit criteria.
  • Strong Communication skills
  • Advanced degree in Engineering
  • Rail Program Management experience


Additional Information
  • Relocation assistance is not available for this role
  • Sponsorship is not available for this role, now or in the future


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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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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