Senior Rail Planning & Growth Leader (Hybrid)

AECOM; Minnesota; Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our Goods Movement Market Sector. This role partners with Freight and DOT Client Account Managers across the United States to strengthen and deliver rail planning offerings, driving growth and ensuring high-quality project delivery.

The position is hybrid, blending office-based work with remote flexibility, and emphasizes mentorship, technical excellence, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to meet client and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• BS Degree + 10 years of related experience, including 2 years of leadership
• Experience in freight rail planning
• Must pass client background checks as a condition of employment

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Freight and DOT CAMs nationwide to identify, position, and deliver rail planning services aligned with client needs and strategic priorities
• Lead and support rail planning pursuits, including proposal development, scope definition, and client engagement to win new work
• Provide technical oversight and contribute to the successful delivery of rail planning projects, ensuring quality, consistency, and adherence to client and regulatory requirements
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships with railroads, state DOTs, and other key stakeholders to expand AECOM’s presence in the rail planning market
• Identify emerging trends, risks, and opportunities in rail planning and translate them into actionable service offerings and growth strategies
• Mentor, train, and develop staff across the rail planning and broader Goods Movement team, fostering technical expertise and professional growth
• Support the development and implementation of best practices, standards, and innovative solutions related to rail planning
• Participate in and represent AECOM at industry organizations, conferences, and technical committees to enhance visibility and thought leadership
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including design, construction, environmental, and program management, to deliver integrated solutions
• Contribute to internal initiatives focused on operational excellence, safety culture, and continuous improvement

Skills

Freight rail planning

Leadership

Client engagement

Proposal development

Stakeholder management

Education

BS Degree

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our Goods Movement Market Sector. This role partners with Freight and DOT Client Account Managers across the United States to strengthen and deliver rail planning offerings, driving growth and ensuring high-quality project delivery.

The position is hybrid, blending office-based work with remote flexibility, and emphasizes mentorship, technical excellence, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to meet client and regulatory requirements.