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Senior Manager - Program Management/Rail Transit

AECOM
full-time
Boston, MA
Posted 3/26/2026
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Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking an experienced Senior Transit Project/Program Manager to join our New England Transit Market Group.

Daily Duties and typical Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage programs that are medium to large in size and complexity or a defined part of a larger program, in support of the overall Program Manager

  • Provide the organization with technical leadership and strategic direction for program delivery at a regional level

  • Advocate for ethical and safe working practices

  • Contributes to innovation in program management approaches and methodology to achieve marketplace differentiation

  • Work with Regional leadership and Market Sector Leaders to identify new business opportunities and develop solutions to address them

  • Identify areas of high risk and pro-actively takes actions to positively impact program outcomes.

  • Assess long-term and disruptive trends in their area of expertise. Proposes skill development approaches and workforce planning to deliver capabilities for the future

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  • Accountable for overall financial success and delivery of AECOM Program Management agreement

  • Manage a multi-disciplinary team.

  • Lead, manage and provide technical expertise for mid-large size complex transportation projects and programs in Transit, including heavy and light rail, commuter rail, bus and ferry.

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    • Qualifications

    Minimum Requirements:

    • BS/BA +10 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education plus 2 years of leadership experience

    • PE License

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Experience with MBTA, CTDOT, Metro-North, Amtrak

    • +10 years Transit experience

    • +20 years professional experience

    • Knowledge of FRA, DOT, AREMA and local railroad /transit criteria.

    • Strong Communication skills

    • Advanced degree in Engineering

    • Rail Program Management experience

    • Alternative Delivery experience

    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

    Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $190,000.00 - $270,000.00.

    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 aecom.com.

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    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.

    ReqID: J10141470

    Business Line: Transportation

    Business Group: DCS

    Strategic Business Unit: East

    Career Area: Program & Project Management

    Work Location Model: Hybrid

    Compensation: USD 190000 - USD 270000 - yearly

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