Associate Director - Rail Infrastructure

Aecom India Pvt Ltd; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Aecom India Pvt Ltd, Bengaluru, seeks an Associate Director - Rail (Deputy Head) to support the Head of Rails and EC senior management. You will lead the India rail team, drive project delivery, and spearhead recruitment, onboarding, and performance management for critical rail projects.

The role demands a strong civil engineering background, 15+ years of experience, and proven leadership. You will engage with major clients and shape strategic rail solutions across global markets.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of Civil Engineering experience, with UK/Middle East/US exposure desirable
• Strong leadership and people-management abilities are essential
• Excellent communication and strategic planning skills required

Responsibilities

• Lead Rail projects and support Head of Rails and EC senior management
• Oversee recruitment, interviewing, onboarding, and headcount growth in India team
• Provide technical solutions and ensure compliance with rail regulations and standards

Skills

Leadership

Rail design

Stakeholder management

People management

Interviews onboarding

Education

Master of Engineering

Job description

Associate Director - Rail (Deputy Head)

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Job Description

Role Description: The Senior Associate Director/Deputy Head of Rails will be responsible for supporting the Head of rails and EC senior management in delivery and operations and help them to build up and grow the headcount of our India team. This includes interviewing selecting and onboarding the right candidates. Lead the team supporting our Rail projects. This is a senior role within AECOM which requires strong technical understanding of the Rail sector. Great leadership ability and the ability to gain the confidence and trust of major clients. The ability to identify the most appropriate solutions to a wide range of projects, including promoting innovative ideas is an important requirement of the role.

Roles and Responsibilities

Develops technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems. Works under only general direction. Independently determines and develops approach to solutions. Experience in Rail Market – overall. Experience in UK, UAE, US, Canada, Middle East (preferred). Should be knowledgeable in rail design services, associated regulations and technical standards. Capable of working on as own initiative, as an overall responsibility and accountability for assigned work. Must be a team player and possess strong interpersonal skills. Must be able to make decisions, act on own initiative and operate in a pro‑active way. Maintains affiliation with professional societies to keep abreast of current technologies. Collaborating with other senior management to formulate strategy for Business Continuity and requirements. Enhance the communication channel between businesses, Support functions and management. Implementation of important policy and processes. Interface between Support functions and Business. Implement efficient process and mechanism for streamline working between businesses and support functions. Oversee the adoption of new technology solutions in the businesses. Regular reporting to senior management about the performance and issues and suggest improvements.

Requirements

Ability to build consensus and relationship among business leads, management and employees. Excellent communication and influencing skill. Good in Business Negotiation and people management. A strong managerial acumen and familiarity with business administration principles. Prioritizing and delegating task ability. Able to introduce new processes and improve existing processes and get buy in from all. Must have leadership skills/ability. Roles required people with good stress tolerance. Ability to get the job done.

Qualifications

Master of Engineering degree (or equivalent education) in an appropriate engineering discipline from an accredited college or university. Applicants must have more than 15 years of experience in Civil Engineering, UK/Middle East/US/experience, which would be desirable but are not essential. Able to see the “bigger picture” and take a birds-eye view of projects Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure. Accountability for assigned work. Accuracy & precision of work. Willingness to learn and develop. Strong problem-solving skills Enthusiastic and Self‑motivated.

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
• employee stock purchase plan

AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. 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. At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. 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
• employee stock purchase plan

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. At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. 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.

Experience Level Executive Level