Civil Project Coordinator - Rail & Transit

AECOM; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 66,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Retirement savings plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

AECOM Ottawa is seeking a Project Coordinator - Transit & Rail to join our team in Ottawa, ON. The role supports rail projects, coordination across design teams, and client communication while ensuring budget and schedule adherence.

Responsibilities include meetings, reporting, document review, and liaison duties with multidisciplinary teams. Hybrid work model with a compensation range CAD 66,000–CAD 85,000 yearly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and at least 2 years of heavy civil engineering experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Provide project coordination and control; review designs and construction of rail infrastructure.
• Support project managers with routine and non-routine tasks; attend meetings and prepare minutes.
• Monitor project costs, prepare status reports, and review drawings and documents.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams; set up new projects and manage monthly billing.
• Prepare schedules and track progress; review client submittals and bid documents.
• Collect and analyze data under supervision; use software as a basic engineering tool.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Company Description

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We’re one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM Ottawa is looking for a Project Coordinator - Transit & Rail to be assigned in Ottawa, ON.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Provide project coordination / control and review the designs and construction of infrastructure projects proposed by outside companies and government agencies on or near railway property on behalf of our clients (Railways) to ensure compliance with Railway Standards.
• Project coordinator for transportation / rail projects including freight-rail and transit-rail.
• Support project managers with routine and non-routine tasks.
• Typical duties will include:
• Attend meetings and prepare minutes of meetings
• Monitor project costs and budgets
• Prepare weekly and monthly project status reports
• Review documents (drawings, reports, contractor shop drawings, etc.)
• Acts as liaison between multidisciplinary design teams and project managers
• Set up new projects and prepare and review monthly billing.
• Prepare project schedules and monitor progress of work
• Review and compile client submittals
• Review and coordinate technical specifications and bid documents
• Collects and analyzes data under the supervision of an experienced engineer.
• Uses computer software as a tool for solving basic engineering problems
• Performs work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule under supervision.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering + 2 years of heavy civil engineering experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ year transit and railway experience will be an asset.
• Understanding of Railway Rules and Regulations, and Safety and Operating Procedures;
• Project coordination experience
• Experience working on-site (construction supervision, surveying, compaction monitoring / testing, field engineer etc.)
• Project management experience would be an asset;
• Ability to design and/or review of engineering plans;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English)
• Interacts with clients and colleagues in a professional manner;
• Strong interpersonal, negotiating, problem-solving and analytical skills are a must;
• Able to work well under pressure;
• Detail oriented, adept at multi-tasking and prioritizing workloads;
• Self-starter, ability to multi-task

Additional Information

Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position

This is a newly created position

To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $66000 to $85000.

About AECOM

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

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.

ReqID: J10162439

Business Line: Transportation

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: Canada

Career Area: Engineering

Work Location Model: Hybrid

Compensation: CAD 66000 - CAD 85000 - yearly