Requirements Manager- Rail & Transit

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Join us. **Job Description** AECOM is hiring a **Requirements Manager** to join our Systems Engineering and Systems Assurance group. This role specializes in Requirements Engineering, Verification & Validation, Integration, and Interface Management, supporting major rail and transit programs across the region. This is a newly created position. This role can be based in Mississauga, Markham, Calgary or Edmonton. The Requirements Manager will provide senior-level leadership in requirements development, traceability, compliance verification, and configuration control. This role focuses on establishing, governing, and maintaining the requirements baseline from initial capture through final acceptance, ensuring project requirements are clear, traceable, verifiable, and controlled throughout the project lifecycle. **Responsibilities include but are not limited to:** **General Responsibilities** + Independently perform and coordinate requirements engineering activities across complex programs + Lead requirements analysis involving ambiguous or evolving technical challenges + Supervise engineers and analysts supporting requirements capture, decomposition, allocation, and verification + Act as the primary liaison between project teams, clients, contractors, and external stakeholders + Operate with minimal supervision while exercising expert judgment in requirements methodologies and tooling **Core Requirements Management Responsibilities** + Develop, implement, and maintain the **Requirements Management Plan (RMP)** + Lead the capture, decomposition, and structuring of requirements from stakeholder needs, standards, and design inputs + Configure and administer requirements management tools, particularly **IBM DOORS NG** + Establish and maintain bi-directional traceability between system, subsystem, and component requirements + Conduct quality reviews to identify requirement gaps, conflicts, ambiguities, and inconsistencies + Manage requirements change control, impact assessments, and baseline updates + Develop and maintain **Requirements Traceability Matrices (RTMs)** and compliance matrices + Coordinate requirement reviews with designers, suppliers, client representatives, and assurance teams + Ensure requirements allocation and ownership are clearly defined + Prepare requirements dashboards, reports, and metrics for project stakeholders + Support verification and validation activities as they relate to requirement closure and acceptance + Provide mentorship and training to supporting staff + Contribute to proposals and bids, including scope definition, estimates, and tool strategies **Qualifications** **Minimum Requirements** + Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline + Minimum **6 years of experience** in Requirements Management or Systems Engineering + At least **5 years of hands-on experience** using requirements management tools + Minimum **5 years’ experience** delivering requirements activities across the full project lifecycle + Demonstrated expertise in requirements decomposition, traceability, and change control + Valid driver’s license **Preferred Qualifications** + **10+ years** of experience in Requirements Management or Systems Engineering + Experience applying industry frameworks and standards, including: + ISO 29148 (Requirements Engineering) + ISO 15288 / ISO 24748 (System Lifecycle Processes) + IEEE 1220 (Systems Engineering Process) + INCOSE **ASEP or CSEP** certification + Familiarity with **EN50126** and **FTA SCC** requirements frameworks + Project management certification or training (e.g., **PMP** , **PRINCE2** ) **Additional Information** + Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $170000 to $220000. **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. **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. **ReqID:** J10142032 **Business Line:** Transportation **Business Group:** DCS **Strategic Business Unit:** Canada **Career Area:** Engineering **Work Location Model:** Hybrid **Compensation:** CAD 170000 - CAD 220000 - yearly