Engineering Project Management Director

Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the worldu2019s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. Job Description AECOM is actively seeking a selfu2011driven and motivated Engineering Project Management Director to lead major Transportation, Bridge, and Highway projects. This hybrid role is based out of AECOMu2019s New York City office and is ideal for a seasoned professional with a proven track record delivering Transportation Infrastructure projects in the New York City market. The successful candidate will build strong relationships within the NYCDOT and other prominent regional transportation agencies, along with extensive experience managing largeu2011scale public sector projects. In addition to serving as Project Manager on complex Transportation Infrastructure initiatives, this role will also function as Design Manager on alternativeu2011delivery projects across the NY/NJ metro area. Beyond technical and project leadership, this position plays a critical role in driving business growth, fostering client relationships, identifying new opportunities, and securing a diverse portfolio of Highway/Bridge and infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate combines deep engineering expertise with strategic business development capabilities to advance the Companyu2019s presence and impact within the NYCDOT and the broader transportation market. Responsibilities include: + Lead all Highway/Bridge related activities with the NYCDOT, ensuring alignment with AECOMu2019s strategic goals and priorities. + Serve as the primary client liaison, cultivating strong, longu2011term relationships and ensuring exceptional service and satisfaction. + Drive business growth in the NYC Highway/Bridge market by identifying opportunities for expansion, innovation, and strategic positioning. + Collaborate on marketing and pursuit strategies, anticipating market trends and emerging opportunities to strengthen AECOMu2019s competitive presence. + Lead business development efforts, including proposal development, strategic planning, and participation in interviews and presentations. + Develop and implement longu2011term business strategies while effectively balancing shortu2011term priorities and evolving market demands. + Partner with clients and teaming partners to craft effective strategies and deliver valueu2011driven, competitive solutions. + Lead and oversee CAM responsibilities to ensure successful project delivery, strong performance, and high client satisfaction. + Maintain primary fiscal responsibility for assigned projects, ensuring financial performance and alignment with client expectations. + Develop and execute succession planning to support sustainable growth, strengthen team capabilities, and ensure continuity within the Highway/Bridge business. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: + BS Civil Engineering or similar field + 12 years of related project management experience on large-scale, high-profile, design build structures projects. + Must have NYCDOT Experience. + Professional Engineer License in New York State. Preferred Qualifications: + Demonstrated track record of leading and managing highu2011performing technical teams, with accountability for project delivery, staff development, and stakeholder engagement. + 20 years of related project management experience on large-scale, high-profile, design build structures projects. + Extensive experience overseeing Agency initiatives and comparable largeu2011scale, multiu2011phase infrastructure programs. + Proven success in directing complex infrastructure projects from planning through construction, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives are consistently met. + Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences, including clients, regulatory bodies, and multidisciplinary teams. + Inu2011depth knowledge of local Highway Design Guidelines, Specifications, and Technical Standards, with the ability to interpret and apply them strategically across project phases. + Significant experience leading multidisciplinary engineering efforts, coordinating and integrating design inputs. Additional Information Additional information + Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position. + Relocation assistance 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 $225000 to $300000. 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 clientsu2019 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 u2013 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 . 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, youu2019ll 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 youu2019ve always envisioned. Here, youu2019ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and communityu2014where 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. ReqID: J10146204 Business Line: Transportation Business Group: DCS Strategic Business Unit: East Career Area: Program & Project Management Work Location Model: Hybrid Compensation: USD 225000 - USD 300000 - yearly

Created: 2026-04-01