Senior Project Manager - Rail/Transit Projects

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Senior Project Manager to be based in Chicago, IL.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead development and execution of significant rail/transit including light rail, heavy rail subway, commuter rail, high speed rail, and/or bus rapid transit surface, aerial or underground project pursuits and delivery.
• Establish relationships with CTA, and other local agencies such as CDOT, IDOT and Metra.
• Be a visible leader and trusted advisor to clients by promoting AECOM’s values both internally and externally.
• Demonstrated expertise in the area of managing and preparing transportation project teams.
• Proven track record with large client account management, major-project pursuits, and engineering/planning staff development.
• A desire to work with external contractors/consultants, AECOM’s other divisions/regions and interact directly with major clients.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• BA/BS + 10 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• The candidate must have over 10 years of experience in leading engineering projects with major-project management experience.
• Bachelor's in Civil Engineering.
• PE license in Illinois or ability to obtain.
• Ability to scope/estimate complex projects
• Track and manage task budgets and schedule experience.
• Demonstrate leadership skills and communication skills requiring client interaction.
• Ability to work with various multi-disciplined teams is essential to this role.
• Provide in-depth Quality Control and Quality Assurance for design/project management/program management.

Additional Information

• Travel may be required for this position.
• Sponsorship is available for this position
• Relocation is available for this position.
• The offered rate of compensation (Illinois locations only) will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The salary range for this position is $142,000 - $240,000.

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You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your