Transit Project Manager

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AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, delivering a better world. We solve complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm with revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at

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
• Provide technical expertise for studies and designs
• Provide innovation in project and program approaches and methodologies to achieve marketplace differentiation
• Prepare technical reports and analyses
• Drive project performance and be responsible for the performance of the portfolio
• Mentor junior staff and participate in skill development and workforce planning for AECOM’s Transportation Business Line
• Coordinate and collaborate with other Transit market Sectors
• Continuously interact with clients to assure satisfaction with AECOM services
• Develop and build strong relationships with existing and new clients
• Strengthen client relationships within Transit industry including MBTA, CTDOT, MassDOT Rail and Transit, and RIDOT
• Identify new opportunities and participate in the development of technical proposals
• Manage project scope, budgets and schedules

Minimum Requirements:

• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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 available for this role

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

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects that are transforming our industry, with cutting-edge technology and a network of experts. Our training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills. We offer a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we value your potential and information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

• ReqID: J
• Business Line: Transportation
• Business Group: DCS
• Strategic Business Unit: East
• Career Area: Engineering
• Work Location Model: Hybrid
• Compensation: USD 130,000 - USD 180,000 - yearly

• Project Management and Information Technology
• Industries:
  Architecture and Planning, Civil Engineering, and Construction

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Location:

Boston, MA (and other New England offices)