Executive Rail & Transit Program Director

AECOM; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 250,000 - 340,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM, a global leader in infrastructure, seeks a Program Director – Rail and Transit to lead large, complex rail programs from mobilization through delivery and commissioning. You will direct multi-disciplinary teams, manage safety and regulatory compliance, and drive innovation for asset performance and client value.

The role requires 20+ years in infrastructure delivery with strong leadership on rail projects, and may require relocation to a major program location.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Program Management, Transportation, Business, or a related field.
• Typically 20+ years of infrastructure delivery experience with leadership on rail, transit, or transportation programs.
• Proven success leading multi-stakeholder, multi-partner rail projects.
• Deep understanding of rail systems, regulatory environments and operational requirements.
• Certifications such as PgMP, PMP, APM RPP, CCM preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership for major rail and transit programs, aligning objectives with client, regulatory, and operational goals.
• Establish an integrated program management framework across engineering, construction, systems, testing, and commissioning.
• Direct mobilization, governance, and performance objectives to deliver long-term network benefits.
• Oversee rail systems integration across track, signaling, traction power, and stations.
• Ensure safety, compliance with regulations, and environmental stewardship throughout delivery.
• Build relationships with senior clients, regulators, and stakeholders to maintain program alignment.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic direction

Program management

Regulatory compliance

Safety leadership

Rail systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Program Management, Transportation, Business, or related field

Tools

PgMP

PMP

APM RPP

CCM

Job description

AECOM, a global leader in infrastructure, seeks a Program Director – Rail and Transit to lead large, complex rail programs from mobilization through delivery and commissioning. You will direct multi-disciplinary teams, manage safety and regulatory compliance, and drive innovation for asset performance and client value.

The role requires 20+ years in infrastructure delivery with strong leadership on rail projects, and may require relocation to a major program location.