Program Management Director - Transit Systems

About the role

AECOM is seeking a Program Management Director to lead the conversion of existing Automatic Train Control Systems to a modern Communication Based Train Control (CBTC) System. This role involves managing extensive upgrades of multiple-line transit systems within operating environments, ensuring safety and compliance with client standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and direct the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
• Plan, organize, assign, direct, review, and evaluate the team deliverables and performance; manage and direct the work of subconsultants.
• Input into all phases of CBTC program management to include design, installation, quality control, testing and commissioning, safety and security certification, staffing & budget management.
• Direct or participate in the preparation and review of designs, plans, specifications, and cost estimates; ensure specifications and contract requirements comply with client standards and policies.
• Support the client with the development of scope of work; preparation of request for proposal; review proposals and make recommendations on selection; assist as needed in contract negotiation and preparation; monitors work activities to ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Oversee development of cost estimates; prepare and monitor project schedules and budgets.
• Serve as the project liaison with other client divisions, departments, and outside agencies; lead or support resolution of project issues as required by clients.
• Conduct field inspections as required, monitor work in progress.
• Support the client with writing, approving, negotiating, and executing contract changes.
• Track, monitor, and communicate performance against project requirements, quality measures, milestones, and KPIs.
• When necessary, recommend and initiate changes to project delivery plans and identify opportunities for improvement within relevant business and operating functions.
• Champion resource management, interface and constraints management, and relevant elements or risk management and mitigation.
• Where relevant, lead meetings convened by the Sponsors with the Contractor to review the project work schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum BA/BS in architecture, engineering, project management, or related field and 12 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 4 years of leadership.
• Preferred Requirements: PMI-PgMP, APM-RPP, or CMAA-CCM Certification (or equivalent).
• Professional Engineering License (for roles in USA), Chartered status or equivalent may be required for certain roles.
• 15 years of professional experience with 10 years in a program management leadership role.
• Proven senior leadership experience with a track record of driving strong performance, organizational success, and achieving objectives in large organizations.
• Possess expertise and experience in applicable technical areas of program management and a good understanding of program management competencies.
• Experience in expanding professional network within the industry, and experience and track record of successfully leading multiple medium to large programs.
• Experience contributing significantly to the field of Program Management through thought leadership, publications, conference presentations, and involvement in professional associations.