Senior Rail Engineering Advisor
Senior Rail Engineering Advisor
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Job Description
AECOMs Transit and Rail team is seeking a Senior Rail Engineering Advisor. This seasoned rail professional will lead technical excellence and mentor emerging talent across major LRT and freight rail projects in Western Canada. With flagship projects in Edmonton Calgary and Vancouverand global reach through AECOMs international portfoliothis role offers unmatched variety flexibility and impact.
Leaning on your extensive experience designing and constructing rail corridors your primary mission will be to help develop the next generation of rail professionals.
Why Join AECOM
Work on high-profile and low-profile LRT projects in Edmonton Calgary and Vancouver.
Support freight rail clients across Western Canada.
Collaborate with global teams on national and international projects.
Influence the next generation of rail professionals.
Enjoy flexible work arrangements: remote hybrid or in-office.
What Youll Do
As a Senior Transit & Rail Specialist youll leverage your deep experience in rail corridor design and construction with tasks that could include:
Provide expert guidance to clients contractors and internal teams on technical matters.
Mentor and develop junior staff fostering technical growth and leadership.
Support proposal development and advise on technical strategies.
Conduct quality reviews of design deliverables with a focus on constructability.
Visit project sites and supervise field work identifying improvement opportunities.
Solve novel engineering challenges by driving forward with innovative practical solutions.
Build and support a collaborative high-performance team culture.
Whether youre transitioning toward retirement or seeking a flexible leadership role AECOM can offer casual part-time or full-time arrangements. For part-time or full-time arrangements a hybrid schedule is expected in our Calgary Edmonton or Vancouver office while a casual position may be fully remote.
Qualifications :
Minimum Requirements
Bachelors degree with 8 years of rail-related design or construction experience or;
15 years of rail-related design or construction experience.
Preferred Qualifications
20 years of rail-related design or construction experience.
Thorough knowledge of client and industry standards (CPKC CN City of Edmonton City of Calgary Translink AREMA etc.)
Extensive Technical Lead experience.
Proven consulting and leadership background.
Professional Engineer (.)
Additional Information :
Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available 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 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 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 cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll 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 youve always envisioned. Here youll 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.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Contract
Employment Type
Contract
