Project Management Director - NYM Transit Rail Design

About the role

AECOM is seeking a highly talented, self-driven and motivated Project Management Director to be based in the New York, New York area working in the NY Metro Transit Rail Project and Design Management group with a focus in Design-Build delivery.

• Fulfill the role of Project Director for multiple design-build transit rail projects in the NY Metro area, ensuring successful project delivery and stakeholder satisfaction
• Assist the PM team to manage a multi-discipline design team to produce high quality design deliverables, meet schedules and stay within project budgets
• Lead the pursuit phase of design-build procurements including teaming decisions, budgeting, scheduling and conceptual design development
• Develop strategies for teaming and partnerships with local NYC contractors that specialize in Transit Rail projects
• Oversee project budgets, financial forecasting, and cost control measures to ensure projects remain within approved funding parameters
• Manage project schedules, track milestone completion, and implement corrective actions to maintain timeline adherence
• Resolve complex issues through collaborative problem-solving and strategic decision-making with internal and external stakeholders
• Coordinate closely with clients, contractors, and project partners to maintain transparent communication and alignment on project objectives
• Manage contract administration, including scope management, change orders, and vendor performance oversight
• Develop and implement risk management strategies to identify, assess, and mitigate project risks
• Lead and mentor project team members, fostering a culture of excellence and professional development
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and quality assurance protocols for all project deliverables
• Prepare and present comprehensive project reports and status updates to senior leadership and clients
• Project types include Design-Build and Development of Bridging Documents

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree + 12 years or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Professional Engineer License in NY or NJ or ability to obtain within 12 months

Preferred Requirements

• 20 Years of Experience with NY metro rail agencies including MTA, PANYNJ and NJ Transit
• 10 Years of Experience in Design Project Management Role
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Additional Information

• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position
• Relocation is not available for this position
• THIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY, AND AECOM INTENDS TO FILL THIS POSITION NO SOONER THAN JANUARY 20, 2027.

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