Senior Rail Planning Project Lead - Hybrid Role

Aecom2; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM, a global infrastructure leader, seeks a Senior Project Manager for the Goods Movement Market Sector to advance rail planning offerings across the United States. The role partners with Freight and DOT Client Account Managers, driving strategic growth, technical excellence, and safe, efficient rail planning and operations.

The position is hybrid, combining office-based work with remote flexibility and opportunities to mentor staff while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver

Qualifications

• BS Degree plus 10 years of related experience or equivalent, including 2 years of leadership.
• Experience in freight rail planning.
• Ability to pass client background checks.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Freight and DOT CAMs nationwide to identify, position, and deliver rail planning services aligned with client needs and strategic priorities.
• Lead 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

Stakeholder management

Education

BS Degree

Job description

AECOM, a global infrastructure leader, seeks a Senior Project Manager for the Goods Movement Market Sector to advance rail planning offerings across the United States. The role partners with Freight and DOT Client Account Managers, driving strategic growth, technical excellence, and safe, efficient rail planning and operations.

The position is hybrid, combining office-based work with remote flexibility and opportunities to mentor staff while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver