Project Director/ Senior Program Manager

AECOM • New York, NY

22h

About The Position

AECOM is actively seeking a self-driven and motivated Project Director/ Senior Program Manager with Transportation experience to serve as a Program Management Consultant Lead or a key Senior Manager on an alternative delivery project in the New York, NY area. The appropriately qualified applicant will be able to demonstrate an established career with experience in Transportation and Heavy Civil Construction in the New York Metro market with distinct prior MTA experience. The position will report to the transportation business in New York which is made up of professional technical experts in the bridges, highways, ports & marine, airports, rail and planning disciplines.

Requirements

• Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree plus 12 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency and/or education
• Due to the projects associated with this position a US Citizenship is required

Nice To Haves

• BS in Engineering, Construction or Architecture
• Construction / project management experience on transportation projects
• 15 years of previous experience in managing design or construction of major transportation projects
• 8 years of previous experience working on MTA projects
• Experience in managing work, scope, budgets and schedules
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong problem solving and negotiation skills
• Experience in successfully managing projects
• Ability to work within a paperless environment
• Experience with alternative delivery project
• Professional Engineer, Registered Architect or CCM

Responsibilities

• Directs and manages the entire project through all phases
• Responsible for delivery of a major program or group of smaller projects
• Provides leadership and guidance to subordinate managers and staff
• Enforces company and project policies
• Acts as primary liaison between AECOM and client interface
• Provide regular status briefings to Client
• Lead issue detection and resolution
• Ensure all facets of the project are constructed in accordance with design, budget and schedule
• Implement a safety and quality oversight program
• Responsible for budget control and contract management
• Ensure proper staffing levels
• Lead contract closeout
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, contractors, and community representatives
• Implement and oversee a comprehensive risk management strategy for the project
• Ensure project adherence to sustainability and environmental guidelines
• Evaluate and implement new technologies to improve project efficiency and outcomes
• Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees