Senior Freight Rail Project Manager - Civil/Track Design

AECOM is seeking a Senior Freight Rail Project Manager Civil/Track Design in Chicago Ill.

The wellversed dynamic and proven Professional Engineer (P.E.) selected will become an integral asset for AECOMs growing regional rail design presence and report into the AECOM U.S West Region Rail Group.

The selected Rail Design Engineering expert will drive design excellence with project deliveries for an exciting array of freight rail design projects. This professional engineer for AECOMs Rail Group focused on supporting and growing our Class I short line and industrial rail clients.

The Senior Freight Rail Project Manager Rail Systems Design role provides a performance driven opportunity for real career growth towards enhanced leadership positions within the AECOM U.S West Rail Group.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as an AECOM senior project manager on rail projects from planning preliminary engineering and final design.
• Accountable for developing project scope budget and schedule and lead client contract negotiations.
• Serve as a Client Account Manager for all AECOM interaction with Regional Rail Clients.
• Coordinate and manage project deliveries with others team members as well as support business development.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to subordinate managers and technical engineering staff.
• Performance at this level requires experience in a professional position and demonstrated experience with the types of tasks that will be required. 

Qualifications :

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• BA/BS 10 years of related rail experience or demonstrated equivalency of rail experience and/or education

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
• Professional Engineering license in Illinois (or ability to obtain)
• 8 years of relevant experience in rail design or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Proficient with OpenRoads/OpenRail or other BIM Software (AutoCAD/Civil 3D/GeoPak)
• Ability to collaborate and coordinate with design teams consisting of multidiscipline design engineers and technicians
• Be detailoriented
• Excellent communication and writing skill

Additional Information :

• Travel may be required for this position.
• Due to nature of the involved project U.S. work sponsorship is not available with this opportunity.
• Offered rate of compensation (Chicago Ill.) will be based on individual education qualifications experience and work location. The salary range for this position is $180000.00 $260000.00

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