Senior Transportation Project Manager

Company Description

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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.

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Job Description

We are seeking a results-driven Senior Transportation Project Manager to support the delivery of complex roadway and infrastructure projects. This role is ideal for a technically strong professional who thrives in a project leadership capacity—guiding project execution, shaping teams, and building strong client partnerships.  The ideal candidate has experience in urban and highway design and brings a proven ability to lead projects from concept through delivery while ensuring quality, efficiency, and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and delivery of transportation and roadway projects from inception through completion
• Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and resources to ensure successful and timely execution
• Play an active role in project team selection and coordination, aligning the right technical expertise with project needs
• Develop, review, and oversee roadway design plans, specifications, and technical documentation
• Provide technical leadership and problem-solving throughout all phases of design and delivery
• Serve as a key point of contact for clients, fostering strong relationships and ongoing engagement
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across engineering disciplines to ensure integrated project delivery
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices
• Support proposal development, scope definition, and cost estimating

Qualifications

Minimum:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• 10 years of transportation roadway design or related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license

Preferred:

• Experience in transportation engineering and roadway design
• Experienced in managing infrastructure projects with increasing responsibility
• Experience leading and coordinating teams of technical engineers
• Experience with Florida DOT highway design standards
• Experience in project management of transportation projects.
• Experience in collaborating across teams and engaging with clients

Additional Information

• Relocation is an option for this position 
• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future 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.