Program Management Director Rail/Transit

Job DescriptionAt AECOM, we understand that large programs require the management, coordination and integration of multiple, concurrent projects.By connecting our expertise across services, markets, and geographies, we manage outcome-driven projects that deliver social, economic and environmental value. These include programs of critical national importance in defense, transport, water, clean energy, environmental clean-up, international development and disaster recovery, as well as the shaping of many of the world’s major cities.The OpportunityAECOM is pursuing opportunities to lead the conversion of existing Automatic Train Control Systems to a modern Communication Based Train Control (CBTC) System. Our clients are driven by the need to create modernized and safer systems for transit users that improve system reliability and flexibility. To deliver our clients’ visions, AECOM is actively hiring program management leaders who understand the complexities of defining and delivering extensive upgrades of multiple-line transit systems within operating environments.As a Program Management Director at AECOM, you will have the opportunity to deliver world-class programs that create positive social and environmental outcomes, leading complex, multidisciplinary teams across diverse sectors and regions, and working with key clients and stakeholders to achieve their goals.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and direct the implementation of goals, objectives, policies and procedures.Plan, organize, assign, direct, review and evaluate the work of the team; manage and direct the work of subconsultants.Input into all phases of CBTC program management including design, installation, quality control, testing and commissioning, safety and security certification, staffing & budget management.Direct or participate in the preparation and review of designs, plans, specifications and cost estimates; ensure specifications and contract requirements comply with client standards and policies.Support client with the development of scope of work; support the preparation of request for proposal; review proposals and make recommendation on selection; assist as needed in contract negotiation and preparation; monitor work activities to ensure compliance with contractual obligations.Oversee development of cost estimates; prepare and monitor project schedules and budgets.Serve as the project liaison with other client divisions, departments and outside agencies; lead or support resolution of project issues as required by client.Conduct field inspections as required, monitor work in progress.Support client with writing, approving, negotiating and executing contract changes.Track, monitor, and communicate performance against project requirements, quality measures, milestones and KPIs.When necessary, recommend and initiate changes to project delivery plans, identify areas of improvement to relevant areas in business and operating processes.Champion resource management, interface and constraints management, and relevant elements or risk management and mitigation.Where relevant, lead meetings convened by the Sponsors with the Contractor to review project work schedule.