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About the Role
AECOM is seeking a self-driven and motivated Transportation Program Executive to serve as the VP, Program Management Consultant Lead in New Jersey and New York. This role requires extensive experience in program, design, and construction management within the Transportation sector, specifically Transit Rail, Highway Bridge, and Heavy Civil (Underground) Construction in the New York Metro market.
Responsibilities
- Directs and manages the entire project through all phases
- Responsible for delivery of a major program
- 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
- Confirms compliance with all facets of the project including commercial, design and construction
- Responsible for budget control, schedule and contract management
- Ensure proper staffing levels
- 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
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related scientific/technical field + 12 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency and/or education including 4 years of leadership experience
- US Citizenship is required
- Professional Engineer in NY and NJ
- 20 years of experience in both design and construction management
- Experience with similar size projects, including those with aggressive schedules and comprehensive community information programs
- Construction / project management experience on transportation projects
- Experience in managing work, scope, budgets and schedules
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong problem solving and negotiation skills
- Ability to work within a paperless environment
- Experience working with NY and NJ Transportation clients
Skills
- Program Management
- Design Management
- Construction Management
- Transportation (Transit Rail, Highway Bridge, Heavy Civil)
- Budget Control
- Schedule Management
- Contract Management
- Risk Management
- Stakeholder Relations
- Written Communication
- Verbal Communication
- Problem Solving
- Negotiation
- Technology Implementation
- Team Leadership
- Mentoring
Location
- US - New York, NY - 605 Third Ave
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- Vice President
- 12+ years of experience
- 4 years of leadership experience
- 20 years of experience
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related scientific/technical field
Salary/Compensations
- USD 300000 - USD 350000 - yearly
Benefits
- 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
- Employee stock purchase plan
About the Company
- 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.
- 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.
Equal 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.