Senior Project Manager- Transit Rail

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New York, NY, USA
Hybrid
240K-280K Annually
Senior level
Consulting
We are the trusted global infrastructure leader.
The Role
Manage design and construction-phase services for transit rail projects in the New York Metro area. Oversee budgets, schedules, procurement, multidisciplinary design teams, client and contractor coordination, project administration, and design-build or design-bid-build delivery. Support RFQ and RFP pursuits, guide marketing efforts, and mentor mid-career staff. The role requires a professional engineering license and extensive transit rail project management experience, especially with NY-area agencies and FRA/FTA requirements.
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Company 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.

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.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a highly talented, self-driven and motivated Senior Project Manager- Transit Rail to be based in New York, New York area working in the NY Metro Transit Rail Project and Design Management group. 

Job responsibilities include:

  • Perform project management responsibilities on design of transit rail projects in the NY Metro area
  • Responsible for the overall management administration to project and assists in establishing project specific objectives and policies
  • Responsible for administering the design phase of the project from budgeting/schedule stage through procurement
  • Manage a multi-discipline design team to produce high quality design deliverables, meet schedules and stay within project budgets
  • Coordinate construction phase services for both design-build and design-bid-build projects
  • Ability to coordinate closely with clients, contractors and project partners
  • Project types includes Design-Build, Development of Bridging Documents and Design-Bid-Build
  • Respond to client issued RFQ and RFPs, provide guidance to marketing for Transit Rail pursuits  
  • Provide valuable leadership to mid-career staff and mentoring to develop their technical skills.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements: 

  • BA/BS + 10 years or more of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
  • Professional Engineer License

Preferred Requirements : 

  • 20+ Years of Experience with NY metro rail agencies including MTA, PA/NY/NJ and NJ Transit
  • 15+ Years of Experience in Design Project Management Role
  • Strong understanding of FRA and FTA requirements for project implementation
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills 

Additional Information

  • Relocation assistance is not available for this position
  • Sponsorship is not available for this position
  • THIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY, AND AECOM INTENDS TO FILL THIS POSITION BY DECEMBER 14th, 2026

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. 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. 

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. 

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or demonstrated equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 10 or more years of relevant experience
  • Professional Engineer license
  • 20 or more years of experience with New York Metro rail agencies, including MTA, Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, or NJ Transit
  • 15 or more years of experience in design project management
  • Strong understanding of FRA and FTA requirements for project implementation
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

AECOM Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about AECOM and has not been reviewed or approved by AECOM.

  • Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options, with mental health support and specialized programs for cancer screening and surgical care. Regional offerings such as private medical insurance further strengthen access to care.
  • Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a U.S. savings plan with company matching and pension schemes in the U.K. and Ireland. This mix supports long-term financial security across regions.
  • Parental & Family Support — Family support includes parental leave, adoption assistance, childcare support options, and resources like an onsite Mother’s Room. Family medical leave and flexible arrangements further enable caregiving needs.

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The Company
HQ: Dallas, CA
51,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1990

What We Do

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 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

Why Work With Us

Together, we thrive. We’re committed to being the best workplace in our industry – fostering respect, community, and innovation so our people can thrive, drive better outcomes for our clients, and fulfill our purpose of delivering a better world.

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