Assistant Program Manager, Rail & Transit

AECOM Mississauga is looking for a Program Manager on a major rail program.

The Project Advisory & Program Management Lead provides integrated project management advisory and process leadership in support of the ECWE Delivery Partner Leadership Team with a particular focus on enabling the Target Price Agreement (TPA) and strengthening delivery discipline across planning commercial and governance interfaces. 

This role bridges strategic advisory and day-to-day program execution supporting the Delivery Director and Deputy Delivery Director by coordinating critical processes driving cross-workstream integration and ensuring clarity readiness and momentum toward key commercial and delivery milestones. The role operates at the intersection of program management project controls commercial coordination and stakeholder governance. 

This is a newly created role.

Responsibilities: 

Program & Project Leadership 

• Support leadership in structuring sequencing and managing priority delivery processes with particular emphasis on readiness for major commercial and delivery milestones. 

• Provide project management oversight to ensure alignment between objectives timelines and delivery activities. 

Target Price & Commercial Enablement 

• Contribute to the coordination and integration of inputs required to progress toward the Target Price Agreement. 

• Bring a delivery-focused perspective to commercial discussions with commercial management experience or an interest in developing this capability considered an asset. 

Integration & Alignment 

• Enable alignment across Delivery Partner workstreams by promoting shared understanding of priorities dependencies and key decisions. 

• Support integrated reporting and synthesis of information to inform leadership and governance forums. 

Relationship Management Support & Governance 

• Support effective engagement with Metrolinx Infrastructure Ontario and Delivery Partner leadership by ensuring consistency transparency and follow-through. 

• Strengthen governance effectiveness through structured coordination of decisions actions and escalation pathways. 

Continuous Improvement & Knowledge 

• Contribute to the evolution of program management practices lessons learned and ways of working across ASP cycles. 

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements: 

• Bachelors degree in Engineering Architecture or Project Management or Business Administration.  

• 6 years of experience in program coordination project advisory or management support

• PEng or Registered Architect or PMP or MBA

Preferred Qualifications 

• Skilled in analysis synthesis and communication of complex project information. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience supporting senior governance forums. 

• Familiarity with major infrastructure project frameworks and project controls systems. 

• Demonstrated cross-functional experience with the ability to work effectively across technical commercial governance and stakeholder-facing teams. 

• Proven ability to take initiative and operate with autonomy navigating ambiguity and advancing work across multiple scalesfrom strategic leadership discussions to delivery-level coordination. 

• Highly organized and detail-oriented with strong ability to manage priorities synthesize information and maintain clarity in complex fast-moving environments. 

• Experience supporting or working within transportation or major infrastructure programs is an asset though not essential. 

• Growth-minded and adaptable with a demonstrated interest in continuous learning expanding commercial and delivery expertise and evolving responsibilities over time. 

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust collaborate across diverse groups and contribute positively to team culture. 

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. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening assessment and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time