Sr. Program / Construction Director - San Francisco

AECO; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 330,000 - 430,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Senior Program / Construction Director to lead major transportation infrastructure programs, with a focus on rail and tunnel delivery in the San Francisco area. The role requires directing IPDT teams, managing design through construction, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and agency requirements.

The ideal candidate will have 6+ years of leadership experience, extensive program and construction management expertise, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• BA/BS and extensive experience delivering major transportation infrastructure projects.
• At least 6 years of leadership experience.
• Experience with Alternative Delivery contracting.
• Experience in program, construction, design management, contract administration, and cost/schedule controls.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and large infrastructure programs.
• Experience with federally funded transportation projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead major transportation capital programs from design through commissioning.
• Direct multidisciplinary teams including agency staff, consultants, and contractors.
• Oversee program management, design and construction management, cost and schedule controls.
• Manage procurement, contracts, changes, claims avoidance, and disputes.
• Implement program controls and executive governance.
• Coordinate with agencies, utilities, funding partners.
• Ensure compliance with FTA, state and agency requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

Construction management

Design management

Contract administration

Communication skills

Education

BA/BS

Job description

• Full-time
• State/Province: California
• Business Group: DCS
• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line: Transportation
• Work Location Model: Hybrid
• Primary Location: US - San Francisco, CA - 150 Califor
• Compensation: USD 330000 - USD 430000 - yearly

Company Description

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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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Job Description

Working a part of an Integrated Project Delivery Team (IPDT) with the public agency owner, the Senior Program / Construction Director provides executive leadership for the planning, design, procurement, and construction of major transportation infrastructure programs, with an emphasis on complex rail and tunnel projects. This role oversees all construction phases of capital project delivery, and provides support during pre-construction activities, leading multidisciplinary teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with agency, state, and federal requirements.

The ideal candidate is an accomplished transportation executive with a successful record delivering complex rail and tunneling projects. Experience leading large-scale capital programs, managing diverse stakeholder groups, and supporting or overseeing all aspects of project delivery—from design through construction is essential.

As a member of the IPDT leadership team, reporting directly to the client Project Director, the Sr. Director will lead program delivery for a major rail extension and tunneling initiative with traditional and alternative delivery contracting methodologies in San Francisco.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of major transportation and transit capital programs from through construction and commissioning.
• Direct multidisciplinary teams including agency staff, consultants, designers, construction managers, and contractors.
• Oversee program management, design management, construction management, contract administration, cost and schedule management, quality, safety, risk, and stakeholder coordination.
• Manage procurement, contract negotiations, change management, claims avoidance, and dispute resolution.
• Implement program controls, performance reporting, and executive-level governance.
• Coordinate with local, state, and federal agencies, utilities, and funding partners to support successful project delivery.
• Ensure compliance with Federal Transit Administration (FTA), California, and agency requirements.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS plus EXTENSIVE years of progressive experience managing major transportation infrastructure projects, including rail and tunnel construction or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• At least 6 years of leadership experience
• Demonstrated leadership delivering complex capital programs in both the public and private sectors with Alternative Delivery contacting.
• Extensive experience in program management, construction management, design management, contract administration, and cost and schedule controls.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage large, complex infrastructure programs.
• Experience with federally funded transportation projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to interact with various levels of the organization and client leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with FTA Capital Investment Grant (CIG) projects.
• Experience delivering projects using Progressive Design-Build (PDB), Construction Manager/General Contractor (CM/GC), and Design-Build (DB) delivery methods.
• Current California Professional Engineer (PE) registration is preferred.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship for US work authorization is not available, now or in the future

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.

About AECOM

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.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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.