Director, Transit & Rail Operations, Western Canada at Aecom in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada | CAD147,000-260,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

team leadership

track design

signal systems

operations modeling

project delivery

client relations

Lead and grow AECOM’s transit and freight rail engineering team across Western Canada, focusing on transit and freight rail infrastructure for track design, systems, signals, communications, operations modeling, and associated infrastructure.
Mentor and develop the technical abilities of staff within the Practice.
Build and maintain relationships with clients and key government agencies in Western Canada to ensure successful project delivery and support the growth of AECOM’s presence in the region.
Develop and implement strategies to deliver successful project outcomes, including quality management, client engagement, staffing, and resource allocation.
Collaborate across AECOM’s Transportation groups and other business lines, integrating expertise from these teams as needed for complex projects.
Direct transit and rail-related projects, covering all phases from initial planning and design through construction and post-construction support.
Develop and execute strategic initiatives to grow the transit and rail practice in Canada.
Recruit top talent to expand the Practice.
Collaborates with and is accountable to the Transportation Growth Leads to ensure we meet our business development targets and initiatives, including providing staff to lead and participate in proposal preparation, strategic planning, and expanding AECOM’s service offerings in the transit and rail sector.

Requirements

senior mgmt

transit rail

business development

civil engineer

professional engineer

leadership

15 years of senior management experience, including a minimum of 10 years in transit and rail engineering projects within Western Canada.
Demonstrated experience in pursuing and winning opportunities in Canada, with a strong reputation in the Canadian transit and rail market.
Ability to attract top talent within the Canadian transit and rail market.
Highly collaborative, with the ability to build productive working relationships within AECOM and with global project teams.
Strong familiarity with public-sector transportation agencies, including provincial ministries, municipalities and agencies in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba, as well as other organizations such as CN Rail and CPKC.
Experience in business development, client development, and strategic planning for engineering services.
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with 12+ years of experience in transit and rail projects or equivalent education and experience.
Licensed Professional Engineer in Western Canada, or equivalent degree.
At least 4 years of leadership experience.
Expertise in transit and freight rail engineering, from design to maintenance.
Proven experience in leading and building multidisciplinary teams.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

sponsorship for canadian employment authorization is not available for this position

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Born 1990

Year of Formation

The company was formed in 1990 through the merger of five legacy firms.

$16B annual revenue

Annual Revenue

The company generates over $16 billion in revenue annually and ranks highly in ENR's global design firm lists.

150+ countries

Global Presence

The company operates in over 150 countries worldwide.

Megaprojects delivery

Project Scope

The company is known for delivering megaprojects such as cable-stayed bridges, Olympic venues, ports, transit hubs, and disaster recovery works.

Launched as a bold independent infrastructure consultancy from a merger of five legacy firms dating back over a century.
Handles everything from geotech to electro-mechanical systems, as seen in the award-winning Romaine Hydroelectric Complex in Canada.
Guides projects through every lifecycle stage in transportation, buildings, water systems, energy, and environmental sectors.

Culture + Values

Safety first - We put safety at the core of everything we do.
Integrity - We act with the highest ethical standards.
Collaboration - We believe in the power of teamwork.
Innovation - We embrace creativity and foster new ideas.
Sustainability - We are committed to creating a sustainable future.

Environment + Sustainability

2040

Net Zero Carbon Target

Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2040.

50%

Emission Reduction Target

Committed to reducing operational carbon emissions by 50% by 2030.

Focus on decarbonization across client projects and operations.
Developed strategies for climate resilience and adaptation.
Initiated projects that contribute to sustainable infrastructure and urban planning.

Inclusion & Diversity

50% gender parity

Gender Parity Target

Aim to achieve gender balance in leadership positions by 2030.

35% increase

Women Leadership Growth

Achieved significant growth in women representation in leadership roles in 2022.

Committed to increasing racial and ethnic diversity across the company.
Implemented programs to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.

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Role

Description

team leadership

track design

signal systems

operations modeling

project delivery

client relations

Lead and grow AECOM’s transit and freight rail engineering team across Western Canada, focusing on transit and freight rail infrastructure for track design, systems, signals, communications, operations modeling, and associated infrastructure.
Mentor and develop the technical abilities of staff within the Practice.
Build and maintain relationships with clients and key government agencies in Western Canada to ensure successful project delivery and support the growth of AECOM’s presence in the region.
Develop and implement strategies to deliver successful project outcomes, including quality management, client engagement, staffing, and resource allocation.
Collaborate across AECOM’s Transportation groups and other business lines, integrating expertise from these teams as needed for complex projects.
Direct transit and rail-related projects, covering all phases from initial planning and design through construction and post-construction support.
Develop and execute strategic initiatives to grow the transit and rail practice in Canada.
Recruit top talent to expand the Practice.
Collaborates with and is accountable to the Transportation Growth Leads to ensure we meet our business development targets and initiatives, including providing staff to lead and participate in proposal preparation, strategic planning, and expanding AECOM’s service offerings in the transit and rail sector.

Requirements

senior mgmt

transit rail

business development

civil engineer

professional engineer

leadership

15 years of senior management experience, including a minimum of 10 years in transit and rail engineering projects within Western Canada.
Demonstrated experience in pursuing and winning opportunities in Canada, with a strong reputation in the Canadian transit and rail market.
Ability to attract top talent within the Canadian transit and rail market.
Highly collaborative, with the ability to build productive working relationships within AECOM and with global project teams.
Strong familiarity with public-sector transportation agencies, including provincial ministries, municipalities and agencies in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba, as well as other organizations such as CN Rail and CPKC.
Experience in business development, client development, and strategic planning for engineering services.
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with 12+ years of experience in transit and rail projects or equivalent education and experience.
Licensed Professional Engineer in Western Canada, or equivalent degree.
At least 4 years of leadership experience.
Expertise in transit and freight rail engineering, from design to maintenance.
Proven experience in leading and building multidisciplinary teams.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

sponsorship for canadian employment authorization is not available for this position

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Born 1990

Year of Formation

The company was formed in 1990 through the merger of five legacy firms.

$16B annual revenue

Annual Revenue

The company generates over $16 billion in revenue annually and ranks highly in ENR's global design firm lists.

150+ countries

Global Presence

The company operates in over 150 countries worldwide.

Megaprojects delivery

Project Scope

The company is known for delivering megaprojects such as cable-stayed bridges, Olympic venues, ports, transit hubs, and disaster recovery works.

Launched as a bold independent infrastructure consultancy from a merger of five legacy firms dating back over a century.
Handles everything from geotech to electro-mechanical systems, as seen in the award-winning Romaine Hydroelectric Complex in Canada.
Guides projects through every lifecycle stage in transportation, buildings, water systems, energy, and environmental sectors.

Culture + Values

Safety first - We put safety at the core of everything we do.
Integrity - We act with the highest ethical standards.
Collaboration - We believe in the power of teamwork.
Innovation - We embrace creativity and foster new ideas.
Sustainability - We are committed to creating a sustainable future.

Environment + Sustainability

2040

Net Zero Carbon Target

Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2040.

50%

Emission Reduction Target

Committed to reducing operational carbon emissions by 50% by 2030.

Focus on decarbonization across client projects and operations.
Developed strategies for climate resilience and adaptation.
Initiated projects that contribute to sustainable infrastructure and urban planning.

Inclusion & Diversity

50% gender parity

Gender Parity Target

Aim to achieve gender balance in leadership positions by 2030.

35% increase

Women Leadership Growth

Achieved significant growth in women representation in leadership roles in 2022.

Committed to increasing racial and ethnic diversity across the company.
Implemented programs to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.

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