Senior Program Manager, Transit and Rail

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Job Description

AECOM is actively seeking a driven, attentive Program Manager for immediate employment with AECOM’s East Region Class I Railroad Team. This individual will work remotely, reporting to AECOM’s Mechanicsburg, PA office, and supporting AECOM’s Class I Railroad Public Improvements team on various projects. This role offers the ability to grow into a task leadership role with additional responsibilities.

• Manages complex, large-scale projects with significant scope and budget, overseeing all aspects of project lifecycle from initiation to closure
• Develops and implements project management methodologies and best practices to ensure consistent delivery across multiple projects
• Acts independently as the IE representative, collaborating with consulting firms to align deliverables with original scope and budget requirements
• Conducts regular risk assessments and develops mitigation strategies to address potential issues that may impact project success
• Manages projects with great complexity, including multi-disciplinary teams and diverse stakeholder groups
• Provides leadership and mentorship to direct reports, fostering their professional development and enhancing team performance
• Responsible for development and execution of AECOM's strategic plan related to Class I Rail and similar clients
• Supports and delivers capital design projects throughout the East Region and US, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and client expectations
• Develops and maintains strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, partners, and internal teams
• Prepares and presents comprehensive project status reports to senior management and clients, highlighting progress, issues, and recommendations
• Manages project budgets, including forecasting, cost control, and financial reporting
• Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements, industry standards, and AECOM policies
• Identifies and pursues new business opportunities within the program management domain, contributing to the company's growth objectives
• Facilitates knowledge sharing and best practice adoption across project teams and the wider organization
• Participates in industry events and professional development activities to stay current with emerging trends and technologies in program management

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS in Civil Engineering or similar field plus 10 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 2 years of leadership
• Due to the projects associated with this position a US Citizenship is required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience in engineering design, construction inspection, or project management
• Experience with Class I Railroads
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) preferred and the ability to obtain Professional Engineering (PE) license 
• 2 years' experience in the freight rail industry with Public Improvement Projects
• Basic knowledge of some industry-standard computer software for the position (MicroStation, MathCAD, etc)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong time management skills, a strong work ethic, and a willing desire to learn

Additional Information

Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position

Relocation is not available for this position

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