Transportation Asset Manager

AECOM • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

AECOM are 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. If your desired office location is not listed, and you are qualified and interested, please apply for further discussion.

Requirements

• BA/BS and 6 years of relevant experience demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• 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., AgileAssets, Deighton, AASHTOWare) and engineering analysis tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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.

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