Construction Sr Manager

Company Description

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking a full-time Lead Texas CEI-CM Senior Project Manager and Lead for Class I Railroad construction projects. This position would be based in the Austin, Texas office.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage Construction Engineering & Inspection (CEI) projects for Class I and Shortline Railroads in Texas, ensuring technical quality, financial performance, and client satisfaction.
• Develop and execute strategic business plans to grow the CEI market in Texas, including identifying new opportunities, developing partnerships, and leading proposal efforts.
• Oversee project planning, budgeting, and scheduling for railroad construction projects, collaborating with design professionals and construction specialists.
• Manage and develop a team of construction inspectors, ensuring high-quality site visits and progress reporting on all types of railroad construction projects.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with railroad clients, conducting regular visits and staying informed about future work opportunities.
• Interpret and communicate technical and contract information to design professionals and team members.
• Implement and oversee company policies and operational objectives, delegating tasks to subordinate managers as needed.
• Ensure compliance with AECOM and railroad client safety standards, conducting project reviews and performance briefings.
• Assist in developing and maintaining a skilled staff, focusing on training and maintaining high billability rates.
• Participate in industry conferences and events to stay current with market trends and represent AECOM.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• BA/BS + 10 years or more of relatable or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 2 years of leadership
• Driver’s license required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 25 years of transportation experience.
• Microsoft Office excel, word, and video conferencing skills.
• Working knowledge of Class I railroad construction requirements.
• Preferred Previous Experience with Union Pacific Railroad and BNSF Railway.

Additional Information

• Relocation is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship is not available for this position. US Citizenship required.
• Travel is required for this position, greater than 25%.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

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