Transit Project Manager

Company Description

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

• 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 write 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

• BS in Civil or Structural Engineering +6 years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of education and experience
• 3 years experience working as a Project Manager on Transit projects

• Experience with MBTA, CTDOT
• PE License
• Knowledge of FRA, DOT, AREMA and local railroad /transit criteria
• Strong Communication skills
• Advanced degree in Engineering
• Rail Program Management experience
• Alternative Delivery experience

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

Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $ - $.

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 a 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.

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