Sr. Civil Engineering Manager/ Project Manager -Transit - Rail

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AECOM is seeking a Sr. Project Manager - Transit-Rail position in the Phoenix, AZ. office. This is a key position and will report to the US West Region Transit/Rail Engineering Department.

JOB SUMMARY:

The position includes responsibility for business development, management of transit studies, preliminary design and final design of transit infrastructure projects including BRT, LRT, Streetcar, Commuter Rail, Heavy Rail, and High-Speed Rail throughout the western United States. Clients can include Colorado Department of Transportation, City and County of Denver, DART, LA Metro, BART, Caltrans, San Diego MTS, UTA, RTD and more. The successful candidate may be asked to serve as an AECOM team and/or discipline lead, project manager and/or technical task leader on selected projects and will coordinate, cooperate, and work collaboratively with others in the AECOM US West Region.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs specific and moderate portions of a broader assignment of an experienced engineer.
• Gathers and correlates basic engineering data using established and well-defined procedures.
• Works on detailed or routine engineering assignments involving calculations and relatively simple tests.
• Proposes approach to solve new problems encountered using modifications of standard procedures or methods developed in previous assignments.
• Identifies discrepancies in results.
• Provides guidance to entry level engineers.
• Performs work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule with little supervision.
• Independently performs all the tasks necessary to complete primary design elements for engineering works.
• Performance at this level requires developmental experience in a professional position.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• BA/BS + 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 10 years of relevant experience
• PE license in one or more states in the western US or ability to obtain
• Experience with business development and client relations
• Experience designing transit and transportation infrastructure
• Experience with design software including MicroStation and GEOPAK and/or OpenRoads- Track and manage task budgets and schedule
• Demonstrate leadership skills and communication skills requiring client interaction
• Ability to work with various multi-disciplined teams is essential to this role
• Provide in-depth Quality Control and Quality Assurance for design/project management/program management.
• Familiar with MS Office.

• Offered rate of compensation (in Phoenix, AZ. & AZ., CO., & Utah regionally) will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.  The salary range is $140,000.00 - $220,000.00
• Due to client security and project requirements, AECOM is not offering H1-B sponsorship in this opportunity.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

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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, you’ll 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 you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

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