Assistant Project Manager – Rail & Transit

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AECOM is seeking an experienced Assistant Project Manager – Rail and Transit to join our team in Sacramento, California, supporting the California High-Speed Rail program. This is a hybrid position that includes scheduled in-office work in Sacramento.

This position will provide technical oversight, engineering coordination and project management support for design reviews, third-party agreements and regional project development activities throughout Northern California. The successful candidate will collaborate with engineering teams, design consultants, partner agencies and local jurisdictions to resolve technical challenges, coordinate multidisciplinary activities and support successful project delivery.

Key responsibilities

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Provide technical oversight and review design documents submitted by high-speed rail design consultants, including those supporting the Madera to Merced corridor.
• Identify technical issues requiring specialized evaluation and coordinate studies, recommendations and reporting by the Pool of Experts.
• Prepare technical status reports and coordinate the timely submission of engineering reviews and study findings.
• Coordinate technical investigations across engineering, environmental, rail operations, stations, sustainability, real property and legal teams.
• Manage technical interfaces among project disciplines, design consultants, contractors and external stakeholders.
• Support third-party agreements, design reviews and coordination with partner agencies and local jurisdictions.
• Coordinate with the Configuration Management Team and Tunnel Committee to address technical requirements and design changes.
• Provide technical guidance and training to project managers and project delivery teams.
• Support the Assistant Director of Strategic Delivery and serve as deputy when required.

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 10 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 2 years of leadership experience.

Preferred qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of civil engineering experience, including 5 years of high-speed rail project experience.
• Demonstrated ability to apply engineering judgment to the design and development of high-speed rail infrastructure.
• Knowledge of preliminary and detailed civil design, including alignment, earthworks, drainage, structures, roadways, utility diversions and construction methods.
• Understanding of rail systems interfaces, including track, power supply, overhead contact lines, signaling, telecommunications and train operations.
• Experience supporting large-scale high-speed rail infrastructure programs involving multiple engineering disciplines and stakeholders.
• Experience reviewing engineering designs, coordinating technical studies and resolving multidisciplinary design issues.
• Knowledge of construction scheduling, testing, commissioning and railway infrastructure delivery.
• Experience coordinating with public agencies, design consultants, contractors and technical advisory groups.
• Familiarity with configuration management, technical interface management and engineering change control processes.

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

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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, 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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