Senior Project Manager, Rail Signals & Communications

Purchaseyourfreedom; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Senior Project Manager in Rail Signals & Communications to join our Canadian team in Mississauga. You will lead multi-discipline projects, manage scope, schedule and budget, and coordinate with clients and internal teams to ensure successful delivery.

The role requires strong PM credentials, rail signaling expertise, and ability to grow within a flexible, hybrid work environment. MAP and PMP credentials are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant engineering discipline + 6 years PM in rail for signals OR Technical Diploma + 8 years PM in rail/signals
• Driver’s License
• 10+ years in public rail and transit
• PMP certification
• Known to public transit clients in BC/AB/ON
• Strong knowledge of signalling and train control sub-disciplines
• Experience in State of Good Repair projects
• Proven multi-project management
• Familiar with design disciplines requiring coordination
• Able to work with minimum supervision
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Sponsorship for Canadian employment not available
• This is a newly created role

Responsibilities

• Lead project pursuits and prepare proposals.
• Develop client relationships during execution and attract new clients.
• Plan and manage scope, schedule, budget; ensure contractual commitments.
• Identify resources for Signals and Communications projects.
• Create work plans, schedules, budgets and monitor progress.
• Control scope, schedule, budget, quality, safety, and changes.
• Lead project controls staff and coordinate with sub-discipline leads.
• Attend client meetings and internal coordination meetings.

Skills

PMP certification

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Multitasking

Client relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics/Software Engineering

Tools

MAP Certification

Job description

Senior Project Manager, Rail Signals & Communications

• Full-time
• Business Group: DCS
• Business Line: Transportation
• Work Location Model: Hybrid
• Primary Location: CA - Mississauga, ON - 5090 Explorer
• Compensation: CAD 140,000 - CAD 190,000 - yearly

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AECOM is currently seeking a Senior Project Manager, Rail Signals & Communications to join our multidisciplinary Canadian Signals & Communications team and work on delivering an existing and future portfolio of projects. As part of the largest Rail & Transit team in Canada, AECOM offers highly flexible work arrangements and the ability to grow your career in multiple directions.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead project pursuits and prepare proposals.
• Participate in business development by establishing long lasting relationships with clients during project execution and attracting new clients.
• Plan and manage each stage of a project to ensure that all contractual commitments are met on time and within budget.
• Identify the necessary resources required for the execution of Signals and Communications projects in the Rail &Transit sector from inception to completion.
• Develop project scope, identify deliverables, and prepare work plans, schedules and budgets for all project stages while performing monitoring and control for the duration of the project.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, quality, safety, and change management with the goal of producing functionally and financially viable projects that will be completed on time within the authorized budget and to the required quality.
• Lead project controls staff, project coordinators, as well as overall project team by interfacing with sub-discipline leads.
• Lead and attend regular coordination meetings internal to the project team as well as client facing meetings.
• Maintain a good understanding of the project scope in order to identify scope creep and initiate the change management process.
• When scope changes occur, negotiate solutions to ensure outcomes meet client expectations and contractual obligations.
• Ensure timely internal and external communication throughout all project phases, develop and maintain meeting minutes, and follow up on action items.
• Comply with the AECOM Quality Management System methodology and project management process.
• Participate in monthly project reviews to review project status, budget, work plan, schedule and risks
• Conduct progress meetings to exchange information and resolve issues or concerns with various key stakeholders.
• Ensure that all project close-out documents are submitted and forwarded to appropriate parties upon completion of the project.
• Act as a mentor to junior project management and controls professionals.
• Enroll and obtain the MAP (Managing AECOM Projects) Certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant engineering discipline (electrical, electronics, software engineering, etc.) + 6 years of relevant experience in the project management in rail for signals OR Technical Diploma + 8 years of experience in the project management in rail and/or signals
• Driver’s License
• 10+ years or more of relevant experience in public rail and transit.
• PMP certification
• Known to public transit clients in BC and Alberta, Ontario (i.e. TransLink, BCRTC, TI Corp, MoTI, City of Edmonton, City of Calgary, Metrolinx, and others)
• Strong technical knowledge and experience for at least one of the following sub-disciplines and familiarity with the other:LRT and Freight railSignalling & Train Control (CBTC, ATC, ATO, ATP, PTC, fixed block, level-crossings, OCC workstations and software, interface to OCC video wall, and others)
• Experience in State of Good Repair projects.
• Proven experience managing multiple projects of various types and complexities.
• Familiar with other design disciplines typically requiring coordination with Signal design such as Architectural, Structural, Civil, Electrical, System and Mechanical.
• Able to work with minimum supervision.
• Excellent communication, organizational and team skills.
• Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills.
• Able to multitask due to concurrent projects.
• Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position
• This is a newly created role

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.

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, flexible work options,well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and 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.