Project Manager (Rail and Transit)

AECOM; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Project Manager in Oakland to support major rail and transit programs in the Bay Area. The role involves leading project delivery, managing multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring stakeholder engagement.

Ideal candidates will have a BA/BS degree, 6 years of experience, and prior BART project experience. The position includes comprehensive benefits and a competitive salary range from $120,000 to $200,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 6 years of relevant experience or equivalent education.
• Prior experience working on BART projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• 10+ years of project leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of rail/transit project assignments.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to meet project requirements.
• Oversee project processes and execution plans.
• Facilitate meetings and stakeholder communications.

Skills

Project leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Education

BA/BS degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Primavera P6

Job description

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Project Manager to support major rail and transit capital programs in the Bay Area, including direct engagement on projects for BART. The Project Manager will guide project execution across all phases—from early planning through procurement, construction, integration, and closeout.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of major rail/transit project assignments within large capital programs.
• Coordinate and manage multidisciplinary teams to meet project scope, schedule, and budget requirements.
• Oversee project processes and execution plans, ensuring smooth coordination among technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Facilitate internal and external meetings, workshops, and stakeholder communications.
• Establish and maintain productive relationships with BART and other partner agencies.
• Support reviews of project deliverables to ensure consistency, quality, and alignment with program objectives.
• Provide oversight of consultant and contractor activities and help resolve project challenges.
• Manage staff assignments, team workflows, and task organization for rail/transit contracts.
• Support proposal development and pursuit planning for rail/transit professional services.
• Mentor and guide junior and mid‑level staff to support their professional growth and effective project execution.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with contractors, consultants, and technical teams to ensure well‑coordinated project outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements: BA/BS degree plus 6 years of relevant experience, or demonstrated equivalency of education and experience.
• Prior experience working on BART projects is required.
• Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, planning, project management, business, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in project leadership, team coordination, client service, and program support for large, complex transportation/transit initiatives.
• Experience working with public agencies and navigating formal project delivery processes.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and client‑facing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to organize complex workflows and adapt to changing priorities.
• Experience tracking budgets, schedules, and project performance metrics.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to support resolution of delivery challenges.
• Ability to provide quality oversight across project management or program management tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Primavera P6, and standard collaboration tools.

Additional Information

• Travel is not required for this position.
• Sponsorship is not available for this position now or in the future.

Benefits

AECOM offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, 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.

Compensation

The range for this position is $120,000 to $200,000 yearly.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.