Senior Transit Systems Manager – Rail Engineering & Business Development

AECOM is actively seeking an accomplished and driven Senior Transit Systems Manager to lead engineering initiatives manage complex transit projects and spearhead business development efforts within our expanding transit practice. This leadership role is strategically positioned to support our Midwest operationsparticularly in the Chicago metropolitan areawhile also contributing to national pursuits and highprofile transit programs across the U.S.

This is a unique opportunity to shape and grow a dynamic practice with strong support from AECOMs national and global transit systems teams. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in rail and transit systems a proven track record in project delivery and a strong network within the transit industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Expand AECOMs established Systems and Transit team in the West Region through strategic hiring talent development and staff retention initiatives.
• Lead client development and marketing efforts through strategic engagement opportunity analysis targeted proposal development and the cultivation of new client and partner relationships.
• Providing leadership in the development of comprehensive transit project deliverables including design drawings technical specifications cost estimates proposals engineering calculations and technical studies.
• Serve as a technical leader on transit projects demonstrating expertise across multiple disciplines of transit engineering while actively contributing to project execution and delivery.
• Recommend appropriate actions to ensure compliance with all client local state and federal regulations including AREMA railway criteria.
• Exercise judgment on details of work by making preliminary selections and adaptations of engineering alternatives.
• Manage projects of varying size and complexity mentor staff to support team growth and proactively mitigate risks to ensure successful program outcomes.
• Provide technical leadership and strategic direction for regional program delivery while collaborating with regional and market sector leadership to identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Analyze emerging and longterm industry trends to anticipate future needs and recommend workforce planning and skill development strategies to build organizational capabilities.
• Actively contribute to talent attraction and retention by fostering a supportive environment and promoting growth opportunities within the area of expertise.
• Accountable for the overall financial success and delivery of the AECOM Program Management agreement.
• Travel nationally as needed to AECOM partner client and project office locations to support solution development.

Qualifications :

Minimum: 

• Bachelors degree in Engineering and 10 years of transit engineering experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education including 2 years of leadership.
• Experienced in the execution and task leadership for design calculations plans development specificationsand technical report writing
• Experience and demonstrated ability to design with constructability in mind throughout all steps of the design process.
• Experience and proficiency in technical and program management analytical and problemsolving skills and the ability to draw from the skills of others to bring innovation to serve the needs of our clients
• Experienced in strategic thinking with the ability to prioritize longterm goal achievement over shortterm gains and the discernment to know when to choose between the two.
• Experience as a selfmotivator able and willing to plan for and act on risks and opportunities aligned with business goals and within the organizational structure.

Preferred:

• Professional Engineering (PE) Registration
• Experience with Metro CTA NICTD or other relevant agencies
• Experience in design/build and other alternative delivery projects
• Experience in writing technical papers presentations and studies
• Previous leadership positions held on professional societies or technical committees
• Experience in providing technical training
• Experience in writing project proposals and delivery of oral presentations for purpose of business development
• Experience leading and managing programs that are medium to large in size and complexity or a defined part of a larger program in support of the overall Program Manager.
• Experience contributing to innovation in program management approaches and methodology to achieve marketplace differentiation.

Additional Information :

• Visa support is an option for this position 
• Relocation is an option for this position 

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 wellbeing 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 privatesector 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 . 

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 cuttingedge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our awardwinning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere 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. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime