Project Director/ Senior Program Manager

AECOM is actively seeking a self-driven and motivated Project Director/ Senior Program Manager with Transportation experience to serve as a Program Management Consultant Lead or a key Senior Manager on an alternative delivery project in the New York, NY area. The appropriately qualified applicant will be able to demonstrate an established career with experience in Transportation and Heavy Civil Construction in the New York Metro market with distinct prior MTA experience. The position will report to the transportation business in New York which is made up of professional technical experts in the bridges, highways, ports & marine, airports, rail and planning disciplines. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Directs and manages the entire project through all phases Responsible for delivery of a major program or group of smaller projects Provides leadership and guidance to subordinate managers and staff Enforces company and project policies Acts as primary liaison between AECOM and client interface Provide regular status briefings to Client Lead issue detection and resolution Ensure all facets of the project are constructed in accordance with design, budget and schedule Implement a safety and quality oversight program Responsible for budget control and contract management Ensure proper staffing levels Lead contract closeout Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, contractors, and community representatives Implement and oversee a comprehensive risk management strategy for the project Ensure project adherence to sustainability and environmental guidelines Evaluate and implement new technologies to improve project efficiency and outcomes Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation

This role contributes to positive change by ensuring project adherence to sustainability and environmental guidelines, implementing safety and quality oversight programs, and developing strong relationships with community representatives and government agencies to deliver transportation infrastructure that serves public needs.

• Demonstrated established career with experience in Transportation and Heavy Civil Construction in the New York Metro market
• Distinct prior MTA experience
• Self-driven and motivated professional
• Experience serving as a Program Management Consultant Lead or key Senior Manager on alternative delivery projects

No compensation, perks, or culture highlights mentioned in the job description.

AECOM is a professional services firm with technical experts in bridges, highways, ports & marine, airports, rail and planning disciplines, focused on transportation infrastructure projects.