Senior Manager - Program Management/Rail Transit

Daily Duties and Typical Responsibilities

Lead and manage programs that are medium to large in size and complexity or a defined part of a larger program, in support of the overall Program Manager
Provide the organization with technical leadership and strategic direction for program delivery at a regional level
Advocate for ethical and safe working practices
Contributes to innovation in program management approaches and methodology to achieve marketplace differentiation
Work with Regional leadership and Market Sector Leaders to identify new business opportunities and develop solutions to address them
Identify areas of high risk and pro-actively takes actions to positively impact program outcomes
Assess long-term and disruptive trends in their area of expertise
Proposes skill development approaches and workforce planning to deliver capabilities for the future
Actively supports the attraction and retention of talent across area of expertise
Accountable for overall financial success and delivery of AECOM Program Management agreement
Manage a multi-disciplinary team.
Lead, manage and provide technical expertise for mid-large size complex transportation projects and programs in Transit, including heavy and light rail, commuter rail, bus and ferry.
Ability to scope and estimate projects
Provide the organization with technical leadership and strategic direction for delivery of projects
Provides technical expertise for studies and designs
Innovates in project and program approaches and methodologies to achieve marketplace differentiation
Prepare technical reports and analyses
Drives project performance and is responsible for the performance of the portfolio.

Qualifications

• BS/BA +10 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education plus 2 years of leadership experience
• PE License
• Experience with MBTA, CTDOT, Metro-North, Amtrak +10 years Transit experience
• +20 years professional experience
• Knowledge of FRA, DOT, AREMA and local railroad /transit criteria
• Strong Communication skills
• Advanced degree in Engineering Rail Program Management experience
• Alternative Delivery experience

About the Role

AECOM is seeking an experienced Senior Transit Project/Program Manager to join our New England Transit Market Group.

Skills

Technical leadership and strategic direction for program delivery at a regional level
Advocacy for ethical and safe working practices
Innovation in program management approaches and methodology to achieve marketplace differentiation
Identification of new business opportunities and solutions to address them
Assessment of long-term and disruptive trends in area of expertise
Proposing skill development approaches and workforce planning to deliver capabilities for the future
Attraction and retention of talent across area of expertise
Accountability for overall financial success and delivery of AECOM Program Management agreement
Management of a multi-disciplinary team
Technical expertise for studies and designs
Innovation in project and program approaches and methodologies to achieve marketplace differentiation
Preparation of technical reports and analyses
Drive project performance and responsibility for the performance of the portfolio
Mentor junior staff and participation in skill development and workforce planning for AECOM’s Transportation Business Line
Coordination and collaboration with other Transit market sectors
Continuous interaction with clients to ensure satisfaction with AECOM services
Identification of new opportunities and development of technical proposals
Management of project scope, budgets and schedules

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

Pay

$190,000.00 - $270,000.00 yearly

Schedule

Hybrid