Program Management Director - Transit Systems

AECO; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 290,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Sponsorship assistance

Day 1 onboarding

Employee benefits package

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Program Management Director for Transit Systems to lead CBTC upgrade programs across multi-line rail networks, leveraging extensive program management leadership to deliver complex designs, installation, testing and commissioning in operating environments. You will work with clients and stakeholders, manage cost, schedules, and risk, and mentor multidisciplinary teams.

This role requires senior leadership, industry recognition, and willingness to relocate and attend Day 1

Qualifications

• Must have a bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, project management or related field with ~12 years of related experience and 4 years of leadership.
• Preferred: PMI-PgMP, APM-RPP, or CMAA-CCM Certification (or equivalent).
• Experience leading large programs, senior leadership in program management, with a track record of delivering results.

Responsibilities

• Develop and direct goals, objectives, policies, and procedures for CBTC program management.
• Plan and direct team deliverables; manage subconsultants and budgets.
• Oversee design, installation, quality control, testing, commissioning, and safety certification phases.
• Prepare and review designs, plans, specifications, and cost estimates to meet client standards.
• Support scope of work development, including RFPs, proposals, and contract negotiations.
• Track performance against requirements, KPIs, and milestones; manage change.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

Stakeholder management

Safety & risk management

Education

BA/BS in architecture, engineering, or related field

PMI-PgMP / CMAA-CCM Certification

Job description

Program Management Director - Transit Systems

• Full-time
• Business Group: DCS
• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line: Transportation
• Work Location Model: On-Site
• Primary Location: US - Arlington, VA - 3101 Wilson Blv
• Compensation: USD 290,000 - USD 360,000 - yearly

The Opportunity

AECOM is pursuing opportunities to lead the conversion of existing Automatic Train Control Systems to a modern Communication Based Train Control (CBTC) System. Our clients are driven by the need to create modernized and safer systems for transit users that improve system reliability and flexibility. To deliver our clients’ visions, AECOM is actively hiring program management leaders who understand the complexities of defining and delivering extensive upgrades of multiple‑line transit systems within operating environments.

As a Program Management Director at AECOM, you will have the opportunity to deliver world‑class programs that create positive social and environmental outcomes, leading complex, multidisciplinary teams across diverse sectors and regions, and working with key clients and stakeholders to achieve their goals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and direct the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
• Plan, organize, assign, direct, review, and evaluate the team deliverables and performance; manage and direct the work of subconsultants.
• Input into all phases of CBTC program management to include design, installation, quality control, testing and commissioning, safety and security certification, staffing & budget management.
• Direct or participate in the preparation and review of designs, plans, specifications, and cost estimates; ensure specifications and contract requirements comply with client standards and policies.
• Support the client with the development of scope of work;
  • preparation of request for proposal;
  • review proposals and make recommendations on selection;
  • assist as needed in contract negotiation and preparation;
  • monitors work activities to ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Oversee development of cost estimates; prepare and monitor project schedules and budgets.
• Serve as the project liaison with other client divisions, departments, and outside agencies; lead or support resolution of project issues as required by clients.
• Conduct field inspections as required, monitor work in progress.
• Support the client with writing, approving, negotiating, and executing contract changes.
• Track, monitor, and communicate performance against project requirements, quality measures, milestones, and KPIs.
• When necessary, recommend and initiate changes to project delivery plans and identify opportunities for improvement within relevant business and operating functions.
• Champion resource management, interface and constraints management, and relevant elements or risk management and mitigation.
• Where relevant, lead meetings convened by the Sponsors with the Contractor to review the project work schedule.

Minimum

BA/BS in architecture, engineering, project management, or related field and 12 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 4 years of leadership.

Preferred Requirements

• PMI-PgMP, APM-RPP, or CMAA-CCM Certification (or equivalent)
• Professional Engineering License (for roles in USA), Chartered status or equivalent may be required for certain roles.
• 15 years of professional experience with 10 years in a program management leadership role.
• Proven senior leadership experience with a track record of driving strong performance, organizational success, and achieving objectives in large organizations.
• Recognized as an experienced leader in program management nationally, with a solid track record and experience in applying innovative program management practices with successful programs.
• Possess expertise and experience in applicable technical areas of program management and a good understanding of program management competencies.
• Experience in expanding professional network within the industry, and experience and track record of successfully leading multiple medium to large programs.
• Experience contributing significantly to the field of Program Management through thought leadership, publications, conference presentations, and involvement in professional associations.
• Sponsorship assistance is available
• Relocation assistance is available for this 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.

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.

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.