Senior Project Manager - Transportation

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Job Description

The Transportation Business Line of AECOM is actively seeking a creative, highly talented and self-motivated Senior Project Manager, for immediate employment, in the Meridian, Idaho office.  The appropriately qualified applicant will be able to demonstrate an established career in Civil Engineering specific to intersection and roadway design, highway design, pavement design, drainage design, utility coordination, and the preparation of construction documents, including plans, specifications and construction estimates.

Qualified applicants will be able to demonstrate an established career in the transportation industry and have a successful track record with the delivery of transportation infrastructure programs. This is an exceptional opportunity to be involved with mega capital infrastructure projects for our clients. The applicant will have demonstrated experience in leading major pursuits and the delivery of major programs. The objective of the position is to lead, pursue, develop, and execute major projects required to deliver client programs within established and agreed budgets and schedules, thereby expanding AECOM’s reputation as the preferred transportation consultant in the industry.

Responsibilities Include:

• Lead development and execution of significant transportation projects including roadway, street improvements, complete street, light rail, heavy rail subway, commuter rail, high-speed rail, bus rapid transit, aerial or underground project pursuits, and delivery.
• Establish relationships with Idaho Transportation Department, and other local agencies throughout Idaho.
• 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, mega-project pursuits, and engineering/planning
• A desire to work with external contractors/consultants, AECOM’s other divisions/regions and interact directly with major clients.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience leading engineering projects with mega-project management experience.
• Bachelor's of Science in Civil Engineering or related field.
• PE license
• 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

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.

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