Rail Planning Lead at Aecom in Boston, Massachusetts, United States | USD170,000-220,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

transport planning

mobility planning

demand modeling

capture management

stakeholder engagement

reporting

Lead and manage rail and multimodal transportation planning projects of varying scale.
Supervise, coach, and mentor junior planners while handling staff and budget responsibilities.
Act as Capture Manager for business development pursuits related to rail, transit, and multimodal planning.
Develop sustainable mobility plans, long‑range transportation strategies, and climate‑change initiatives.
Coordinate with land‑use planners, economists, and travel demand modelers to address complex design issues.
Conduct stakeholder engagement, public meetings, surveys, and data collection such as ridership counts.
Prepare reports, assessments, impact statements, and visual graphics for project delivery.

Requirements

ba/bs

8 years

us citizen

master's

10 years

rail planning

AECOM Transportation in New England is seeking a Rail Planning Lead to direct rail and multimodal projects across the region and nationally. The role blends project management, technical expertise, business development, and mentorship of junior planners. It offers the chance to shape challenging transportation initiatives while supporting the growth of the regional planning practice.

Minimum: BA/BS and 8 years relevant experience, preferably in public‑sector transportation; US citizenship required.
Preferred: Master’s degree in transportation or urban planning, 10 years experience, and strong market‑opportunity identification skills.

Benefits

The position is based on‑site in Boston, Massachusetts, with a salary range of $170,000 to $220,000 per year. US citizenship is required and the role does not provide relocation assistance or sponsorship for employment authorization. It reports within the DCS Business Group of AECOM Technical Services Inc.

AECOM provides comprehensive benefits that may include medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, paid time off, flexible work options, well‑being resources, retirement savings plans, and an employee stock purchase program. The firm also offers award‑winning training, development programs and a collaborative workplace culture that supports career growth.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

no sponsorship for us employment authorization is available now or in the future for this position.
us citizenship is required.

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

transport planning

mobility planning

demand modeling

capture management

stakeholder engagement

reporting

Lead and manage rail and multimodal transportation planning projects of varying scale.
Supervise, coach, and mentor junior planners while handling staff and budget responsibilities.
Act as Capture Manager for business development pursuits related to rail, transit, and multimodal planning.
Develop sustainable mobility plans, long‑range transportation strategies, and climate‑change initiatives.
Coordinate with land‑use planners, economists, and travel demand modelers to address complex design issues.
Conduct stakeholder engagement, public meetings, surveys, and data collection such as ridership counts.
Prepare reports, assessments, impact statements, and visual graphics for project delivery.

Requirements

ba/bs

8 years

us citizen

master's

10 years

rail planning

Minimum: BA/BS and 8 years relevant experience, preferably in public‑sector transportation; US citizenship required.
Preferred: Master’s degree in transportation or urban planning, 10 years experience, and strong market‑opportunity identification skills.

Benefits

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

no sponsorship for us employment authorization is available now or in the future for this position.
us citizenship is required.

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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