Senior Transit Project Manager

AECOM • Atlanta, GA

1d • $120,000 - $165,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a Senior Transit Project Manager to support and lead complex transit planning and delivery efforts across the Southeastern United States. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with demonstrated experience delivering Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) projects and a strong working knowledge of Federal Transit Administration (FTA) funding programs and federal project development processes.
The successful candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to public-sector clients, manage multidisciplinary teams, and help advance high-priority transit investments from planning through implementation. This position may be based in Atlanta, Nashville, Charlotte, or Raleigh, with a strong preference for candidates located in one of these markets.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Engineering, Transportation, Public Policy, or a related field
• 8 years of progressive experience in transit planning, project management, or capital project delivery or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Demonstrated experience managing or supporting BRT projects or major transit corridor initiatives
• Knowledge of FTA funding programs, grant processes, and federal requirements
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to work in Atlanta, Nashville, Charlotte, or Raleigh (must reside in or be willing to relocate to one of these markets)

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Planning, Engineering, or a related field
• AICP, PE, or similar professional certification
• Experience working with transit agencies in the Southeast U.S.
• Familiarity with FTA CIG program development, including project justification and local financial commitment
• Profesional written and verbal communication skills
• Experience supporting projects from planning through design and implementation

Responsibilities

• Serve as Project Manager or Deputy Project Manager for transit planning and capital projects, with a focus on BRT corridors, networks, and supporting infrastructure
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk in accordance with AECOM’s project management and quality systems
• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams including planners, engineers, environmental specialists, and subconsultants
• Act as a primary point of contact for clients, supporting strong relationships and clear communication
• Provide technical leadership related to FTA project development, including: Capital Investment Grants (CIG – Small Starts, New Starts) Formula programs (e.g., Sections 5307, 5339, 5310, 5311) Grant development, compliance, and reporting
• Support NEPA and pre-NEPA planning activities, including alternatives analysis, corridor studies, and Planning and Environmental Linkage (PEL) efforts
• Oversee and contribute to technical deliverables, ensuring they are accurate, timely, and aligned with client expectations
• Support business development efforts, including proposal development, scope development, and client outreach
• Mentor and support junior and mid-level staff, fostering professional growth and a collaborative team environment

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