Transit Project Manager

AECOM • Boston, MA

108d

About The Position

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. The role involves managing a multi-disciplinary team and providing technical expertise for mid-large size complex transportation projects and programs in Transit, including heavy and light rail, commuter rail, bus, and ferry. The Project Manager will be responsible for writing project scopes and estimates, providing technical leadership and strategic direction, preparing technical reports and analyses, and driving project performance. The position also includes mentoring junior staff, coordinating with other Transit market sectors, and developing strong client relationships within the Transit industry.

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

Nice To Haves

• 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

Responsibilities

• Manage a multi-disciplinary team
• Lead, manage and provide technical expertise for mid-large size complex transportation projects and programs in Transit
• Write scope and estimate projects
• Provide technical leadership and strategic direction for project delivery
• Provide technical expertise for studies and designs
• Innovate project and program approaches and methodologies
• Prepare technical reports and analyses
• Drive project performance and manage portfolio performance
• Mentor junior staff and participate in skill development
• Coordinate and collaborate with other Transit market sectors
• Interact with clients to assure satisfaction with AECOM services
• Develop and build strong relationships with clients
• Identify new opportunities and develop technical proposals
• Manage project scope, budgets, and schedules

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits
• Paid time off
• Leaves of absences
• Voluntary benefits
• Flexible work options
• Well-being resources
• Employee assistance program
• Business travel insurance
• Service recognition awards
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee stock purchase plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees