VP - West Coast Transit-Rail Division Manager

Aecom2; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental coverage

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an established professional services leader to drive growth, strategy, and profitability for the Transit-Rail division on the West Coast. This senior role will oversee strategy, operations, and people management across Seattle, LA, Orange, Oakland, and SF.

The ideal candidate brings extensive leadership, strong relationships with transit agencies on the West Coast, and a proven track record in winning work while delivering complex projects. Immediate start expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required plus 12+ years of related experience or equivalency with 4+ years of leadership and P&L experience.
• 5+ years in business development, capture management, and account management with ability to build networks and lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Drive growth, strategy, and profitability for Transit-Rail on the West Coast.
• Lead the senior leadership team, manage operations and people development.
• Win work through client relations, BD, capture management, and project delivery.
• Collaborate with other AECOM lines globally to serve West Coast transit and rail clients.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Business development

Relationship management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Graduate degree (MBA or related)

Job description

AECOM is seeking an established professional services leader in the Transit‑Rail sector to drive the growth, strategy, and profitability of AECOM's services in the West Coast of the United States. This position can be located in Seattle, Los Angeles, Orange, Oakland or San Francisco. This individual will be part of the senior leadership team for the West Coast Transportation Business Line reporting directly to the Transportation Regional Business Line Leader and will have full responsibility for strategy, growth, operations, and people management for the Transit‑Rail Division. The Division Manager will provide leadership and coaching to staff in various subjects including, but not limited to, account management, business development, capture management, and project delivery.

The ideal candidate will be an industry leader with existing relationships at key transit agencies in Washington and California. The Transit‑Rail business line at AECOM spans the full suite of services including planning, engineering, design, and program and construction management. With AECOM's recent Sound Transit Multiple Award Task Order Contract award and transformative project opportunities in Seattle, AECOM continues to be a leader in iconic transit‑rail programs on the West Coast. The Transit‑Rail Division Manager will need the skills to position, win, and recruit at a fast pace for these major projects, while balancing a focus on delivery, client service, and team leadership.

This leader will need to be a self‑starter who can build a high‑performing team rapidly, demonstrate a successful track record in winning work, and be experienced in running a profitable business. They are also expected to collaborate with AECOM's other Business Lines and transit delivery teams globally to serve West Coast transit and rail clients. This position is expected to begin immediately.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree required + 12+ years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and 4+ years of demonstrated leadership and managing large teams of people with prior Profit & Loss center experience
• 5+ years of experience in business development, capture management, and account management. Ability to build broad and deep internal and external networks, and capable of communicating to inspire and lead others.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Registered Civil Engineer in California or Washington
• Graduate degree in engineering, a related field, or MBA
• Ability to teach and mentor technical staff by demonstrated knowledge of relevant technical skills and tools
• Team‑oriented individual with ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to communicate clearly and simply to clients, leadership, and technical staff
• Ability to balance various responsibilities and deadlines while maintaining professionalism and quality

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About AECOM

• 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
• 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 your 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.

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