Project Manager (Rail/Transit Projects) - 8 Years of Experience is Required - AECOM

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Here, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

We will give you 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 integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career.

When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started.

AECOM is seeking a Project Manager to be based in San Carlos, CA. This position has a hybrid work schedule. 

JOB SUMMARY:

The Project Manager reports to the Deputy Director of Capital Program Delivery and is responsible for developing, managing, and administering rail projects from design through construction phase.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage the scope, schedule, and budget of capital-funded projects.
• Responsible for the whole project lifecycle from planning, design, procurement, construction, integration, commissioning, and closeout.  
• Develop and maintain the project execution plan for assigned projects.
• Work closely with the assigned project engineer(s) to ensure that all deliverables are compliant.
• Acts as liaison with internal and external stakeholders for assigned projects.
• Provide oversight and directives for Consultants, Resident Engineer, and Construction Management Staff throughout the project.
• Manage assigned projects and support Senior Project Managers and Program Managers as needed.
• Support and embrace the Asset Management process in the organization.
• Manage coordination and communications with all involved parties, including internal and external stakeholders, other agency departments, senior management, consultants, and contractors. 
• Collaborate with key stakeholders and build consensus.
• Investigate, negotiate, and resolve project issues.
• Identify the root cause of problems and present appropriate solutions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• BA/BS + 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and/or related field. 
• 5 years of project management experience working on rail/transit or construction projects.
• Certified Project Manager (PMP certification).
• A California Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred.
• Ability to analyze and inspire innovative solutions to complex challenges.
• Able to demonstrate a high level of organizational ability, capable of pivoting and re-prioritizing to meet changing project needs and deadlines.
• Proficiency and knowledge of computer software applications including Primavera P6, Microsoft (MS) word, MS Excel, and MS Outlook.

• Sponsorship is available for this position.
• Travel may be required for this position.
• The offered rate of compensation for California will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The salary range for this position is $150,000-200,000.

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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.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

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 integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.