CBTC Project Manager

AECOM is actively seeking a talented CBTC Project Manager to join our World Class Rail Team in support of our New York Metro Region systems practice.  The ideal candidate will have the opportunity to work on projects to include Communication Based Train Control (CBTC) Automatic Train Supervision (ATS) System designs in the support of projects and mega programs.

Job Summary:

The CBTC Project Manager will serve as the technical authority for the review coordination and oversight of all CBTC carborne activities. This position supports the agency by ensuring that the suppliers and designers system of deliverables & installations comply with contract requirements operational needs and industry standards.

The ideal candidate combines deep knowledge of CBTC hardware and software architecture with strong integration expertise. They will guide requirement traceability oversee design validation and ensure the CBTC system supports safe reliable and maintainable rail operations across all program phases.

Position Responsibilities:

• Define scope of project with full responsibility for interpreting organizing and executing project assignments for CBTC Carbone systems installations:
• Oversee and manage the full lifecycle of CBTC contracts from design and procurement through installation testing acceptance warranty and closeout.
• Ensure contractor compliance with all contractual technical and delivery requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor maintain and analyze project schedules including milestone tracking extension-of-time reviews and mitigation of schedule delays.
• Track project budgets support contract modifications monitor cost performance and provide accurate budget information for approvals and reporting.
• Prepare and deliver weekly bi-weekly and monthly project status reports including progress assessments risk updates and mitigation plans.
• Coordinate contractor submittals RFIs and correspondence with Agency review teams and support technical review and closeout processes.
• Investigate and assess claims disputes and time impacts and support contract legal and commercial resolution activities.
• Develop and manage additional work orders including scope definition clarification meetings RFP preparation in-house estimates procurement packages and approval coordination.
• Review and process contractor payment applications ensuring supporting documentation approvals and final coordination with finance/payment teams.
• Coordinate equipment delivery installation progress system integration and issue resolution with contractors suppliers engineering teams consultants and Agency stakeholders.
• Track software development testing interfaces installation activities and integration issues and escalate problems affecting delivery or performance.
• Plan monitor and support static and dynamic testing commissioning troubleshooting field access outages and readiness-for-service activities.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for management engineering teams field personnel contractor management and other project stakeholders.
• Lead communication coordination and stakeholder engagement across Agency departments operations maintenance suppliers consultants and adjacent projects.
• Support maintenance planning spare parts coordination and lifecycle readiness to ensure long-term system reliability after implementation.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in electrical engineering or a related field plus 8 years of relevant post education experience in engineering prior transit and rail experience.
• Experience in CBTC technology.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional Engineering license (NY NJ).
• 5 plus years of CBTC Project experience.
• Strong ability to quickly adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility to a variety of schedules and hours to meet business needs.
• Masters Degree in Engineering.
• Proven experience supporting or overseeing complex brownfield CBTC deployments involving multiple suppliers interfaces and operational constraints.

Additional Information :

• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• Relocation is not available now or in the future.

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. 

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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 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 :

Full-time