Project Manager Rail & Transit
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Job Description
AECOM Canada is a Centre of Excellence for the delivery of major transit projects in North America, serving as the Owner Engineer or Contractor’s Engineer. We are seeking Project Managers and Project Coordinators to join our team and play a pivotal role in delivering significant projects in Alberta and other areas in North America.
This position can be based out of our offices in Edmonton, Calgary or Vancouver on a hybrid-work basis.
Responsibilities:
- Care for and/or assist the Project Managers and senior staff in delivering projects within budget, schedule, and AECOM’s quality standards.
- Independently manage a subset of diverse project activities.
- Lead and coordinate project team efforts, collaborating effectively with Clients, Contractors, Engineers, Project Managers, and consultants.
- Provide clear guidance to designers and technical staff to achieve client objectives.
- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with project teams and clients.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or related field.
- 6+ years of relevant project management work experience directly with contractors and managing multidisciplinary teams.
- Registered with Professional Engineers of Alberta (P.Eng.) or Registered Architect or PMP or Master Degree or equivalent experience
Preferred Requirements:
- 8+ years of relevant work experience.
- Proven leadership in multidisciplinary teams across all phases of projects
- Technical knowledge related to transportation project delivery.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Strong problem-solving and resolution skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks with strong attention to detail, time management, and organization.
- Commercial acumen, including managing project budgets, schedules, and technical requirements.
- High level of independent judgment and reasoning.
- Dedicated with a collaborative attitude towards efficient and accurate project completion.
Additional Information
Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available 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.
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 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.
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.
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. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.