Rail Infrastructure Manager

• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line:
  Transportation
• Work Location Model:
  Remote
• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  US - Sacramento, CA - 2020 L St
• Compensation: USD 150,000 - USD 277,000 - yearly

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AECOM is seeking a Rail Infrastructure Manager to work remote out of our
Santa Fe, NM Office
.

This role is critical to ensuring the successful delivery of rail infrastructure components that form the foundation of the High-Speed Rail Program. By providing strategic oversight, technical leadership, and cross-functional coordination, the Rail Infrastructure Manager ensures infrastructure assets are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in full compliance with program objectives and regulatory requirements. The position’s presence in both Sacramento and field construction locations supports effective program integration and real-time issue resolution during active construction phases.

• Lead and manage the delivery and oversight of rail infrastructure components, including trackwork, guideway, civil structures, drainage, and related assets
• Oversee construction activities to ensure compliance with technical requirements, contract specifications, safety standards, and program goals
• Monitor construction progress, schedules, cost controls, and risk mitigation strategies to ensure timely and on-budget project delivery
• Coordinate infrastructure interfaces with rail systems disciplines such as overhead catenary system, train control, traction power, communications, and system integration
• Review and evaluate technical submittals, engineering documents, construction plans, and contractor deliverables for quality and compliance
• Identify and resolve technical, logistical, and contractual issues impacting infrastructure delivery
• Support procurement, contract administration, and change management processes related to infrastructure scope
• Ensure consistent application of systems engineering principles and project management best practices across infrastructure activities
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including environmental, right-of-way, utilities, safety, and regulatory stakeholders
• Provide leadership in construction oversight, field coordination, and stakeholder engagement
• Prepare executive reports, briefings, and performance updates for senior management
• Support strategic planning initiatives and continuous improvement efforts related to rail infrastructure delivery.

• BA/BS + 10 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 2 years of leadership

• 15+years of progressively responsible experience in rail or transportation infrastructure project delivery, construction management, or engineering oversight
• Experience working on large-scale, complex transportation or rail infrastructure projects
• Demonstrated ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and coordinate across technical interfaces
• Knowledge of construction practices, contract administration, scheduling, and risk management principles
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• 15+ years with rail construction overseeing delivery for large-scale…