Rail & Transit Program Director – Strategic Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 onboarding

Training & development programs

Global project exposure

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Program Management Director for Rail & Transit in Dallas, TX, to lead large, complex rail programs across the lifecycle—from pursuit through delivery and operational readiness. This executive role requires building governance, directing multidisciplinary teams, and partnering with clients, regulators and industry stakeholders.

You will drive safety, reliability, digital delivery and value through innovative project management practices while aligning with client objectives,

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 major rail/transit programs.
• Professional certifications such as PgMP, PMP, APM RPP, CCM, or equivalent preferred.
• Chartered Engineer, Professional Engineer, or equivalent registration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership for major rail and transit programs and ensure alignment with objectives and regulations.
• Establish and maintain an integrated program management framework for engineering, construction, systems, testing and commissioning, and operations readiness.
• Define delivery strategies, governance structures, and performance objectives to ensure long-term network benefits.
• Lead program mobilization and ensure organizational readiness for successful execution.
• Oversee safety compliance, regulatory requirements, risk management, and environmental stewardship.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, contingencies, and financial performance; direct contract administration and procurement.

Skills

Executive leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic program management

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Education

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

PgMP, PMP, APM RPP, CCM or equivalent certification

Chartered Engineer / Professional Engineer registration

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Program Management Director for Rail & Transit in Dallas, TX, to lead large, complex rail programs across the lifecycle—from pursuit through delivery and operational readiness. This executive role requires building governance, directing multidisciplinary teams, and partnering with clients, regulators and industry stakeholders.

You will drive safety, reliability, digital delivery and value through innovative project management practices while aligning with client objectives,