Transportation Asset Manager

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a qualified and experienced Transportation Asset Manager to support the development and implementation of Transportation Asset Management Plans (TAMPs) for State Departments of Transportation. This role requires a strong engineering background, deep knowledge of transportation infrastructure, and familiarity with federal asset management requirements under MAP‑21 and the FAST Act.

The successful candidate will play a key role in helping DOTs manage transportation assets strategically, improve performance outcomes, and ensure long‑term sustainability of infrastructure investments.

• Lead or contribute to the development of federally‑compliant TAMPs for state DOTs.
• Conduct engineering analysis of transportation assets including pavements, bridges, and ancillary infrastructure.
• Evaluate asset condition data and develop performance targets and investment strategies.
• Collaborate with DOT staff, consultants, and stakeholders to align asset management practices with agency goals.
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, and presentations for internal and external audiences.
• Support risk management, lifecycle cost analysis, and financial planning activities.
• Stay current with FHWA regulations, engineering standards, and asset management technologies.

• BA/BS and 6 years of relevant experience demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

• Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Systems, or Infrastructure Management.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Certification in asset management (e.g., IAM, ISO 55000, CAMA).
• Experience with GIS, data visualization, and transportation modeling software.
• Familiarity with state DOT operations, funding mechanisms, and capital planning.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in transportation asset management, with direct involvement in developing or contributing to TAMPs for state DOTs.
• Strong understanding of FHWA TAMP requirements and performance‑based planning.
• Proficiency in asset management systems (e.g., Agile Assets, Deighton, AASHTOWare) and engineering analysis tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

The range for this position is $100,000 to $140,000 per year.

AECOM offers comprehensive benefits including 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.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.