VP, Program Management Consultant Lead NY & NJ

AECOM; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a self-driven Transportation Program Executive to serve as VP, Program Management Consultant Lead in the New Jersey and New York metro area. The role requires extensive program, design and construction management experience in transit, rail, highway, bridges and heavy civil projects.

The successful candidate will report to the NY Metro Transportation Lead, lead client liaison activities, drive project delivery and mentor the team across phases, ensuring budget and schedule

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management or related field; 12 years of related experience or equivalent with 4 years of leadership experience
• U.S. Citizenship required due to project requirements
• Professional Engineer license in NY and NJ as preferred

Responsibilities

• Directs and manages the entire project through all phases
• responsible for delivery of a major program and budget/schedule control
• Provides leadership to subordinate managers and staff and ensures staffing and policy adherence
• Acts as primary client liaison and maintains stakeholder relationships
• Oversees risk management, sustainability and environmental adherence
• Mentors team members to drive continuous improvement and innovation

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Problem solving

Project management

Paperless environment

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management

Professional Engineer in NY and NJ

Job description

Work with Us. Change the World.At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

Work with Us. Change the World.At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.At AECOM, 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.We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is actively seeking a self-driven and motivated Transportation Program Executive with extensive experience to serve as the VP, Program Management Consultant Lead in New Jersey and New York. The appropriately qualified applicant will be able to demonstrate an established career with program, design, and construction management in Transportation, specifically Transit Rail, Highway Bridge and Heavy Civil (Underground) Construction in the New York Metro market. This Vice President level position will report to the NY Metro Transportation Lead.

Responsibilities

• Directs and manages the entire project through all phases
• Responsible for delivery of a major program
• Provides leadership and guidance to subordinate managers and staff
• Enforces company and project policies
• Acts as primary liaison between AECOM and client interface
• Provide regular status briefings to Client
• Lead issue detection and resolution
• Confirms compliance with all facets of the project including commercial, design and construction
• Responsible for budget control, schedule and contract management
• Ensure proper staffing levels
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, contractors, and community representatives
• Implement and oversee a comprehensive risk management strategy for the project
• Ensure project adherence to sustainability and environmental guidelines
• Evaluate and implement new technologies to improve project efficiency and outcomes
• Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related scientific/technical field + 12 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency and/or education including 4 years of leadership experience
• Due to the projects associated with this position a US Citizenship is required
• Professional Engineer in NY and NJ

Preferred Requirements

• 20 years of experience in both design and construction management
• Experience with similar size projects, including those with aggressive schedules and comprehensive community information programs
• Construction / project management experience on transportation projects
• Experience in managing work, scope, budgets and schedules
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong problem solving and negotiation skills
• Ability to work within a paperless environment
• Experience in managing work, scope, budgets and schedules
• Strong written and verbal communication skills·
• Experience working with NY and NJ Transportation clients

Additional Information

• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position
• Relocation is not available for this position
• THIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY, AND AECOM INTENDS TO FILL THIS POSITION NO SOONER THAN MARCH 29, 2027.

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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.

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.