Project Manager, Signals & Communications – Rail & Transit

1 Month ago • 2-4 Years • Project Management • $80,000 PA - $130,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Project Manager – Signals & Communications to join their Rail & Transit team in Ontario. This leadership role involves the successful delivery of signals and communications projects across various transit programs. Responsibilities include managing projects from inception to completion, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives are met. The role also supports business development, proposal writing, and client engagement. Key tasks involve developing project plans for signals and communications systems, identifying and coordinating resources, overseeing project teams, and interfacing with clients and stakeholders. The project manager will monitor performance, manage risks, apply change control and quality assurance, and maintain accurate documentation. Mentorship of junior team members is also expected. The position requires compliance with AECOM's Quality Management System and potential MAP certification.
Must have:
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in signals and communications for rail and transit.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or relevant technical field (preferred).
  • PEng eligibility in 12 months and/or PMP.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Good to have:
  • 4+ years of progressive experience managing public transit projects.
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation.
  • PMP certification.
  • Strong technical knowledge in signal and communication systems.
  • Experience with Ontario public transit agencies.
  • Ability to manage multiple complex projects concurrently.
  • Familiarity with multidisciplinary coordination.
  • Understanding of Systems Engineering principles, RAMS, and Safety Assurance.
Perks:
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Life insurance
  • AD&D insurance
  • Disability benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Leaves of absences
  • Voluntary benefits
  • Flexible work options
  • Well-being resources
  • Employee assistance program
  • Business travel insurance
  • Service recognition awards
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Employee stock purchase plan

Job Details

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 world’s 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 Project Manager – Signals & Communications to join our growing Rail & Transit team in Ontario. This is a key leadership role responsible for the successful delivery of signals and communications projects across a wide portfolio of transit programs in the region. The ideal candidate brings a strong technical foundation in railway systems along with proven project management capabilities in complex transportation environments.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage the delivery of signals and communications projects from inception through completion, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives are met.
  • Support business development efforts, including proposal writing, pricing strategies, and client engagement, particularly with major public transit agencies in Ontario.
  • Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and work plans for signals and communications systems including Conventional signalling, ATC, CBTC, interlockings, fibre optics, public address, CCTV, and related rail communications infrastructure.
  • Identify and coordinate required resources to deliver transit systems projects efficiently and effectively.
  • Oversee project delivery teams, including technical specialists, coordinators, and subconsultants, while fostering a collaborative team environment.
  • Interface with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary internal teams to ensure successful outcomes.
  • Monitor project performance, proactively manage risks, and apply effective change control and quality assurance practices.
  • Facilitate and lead regular progress meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Maintain accurate documentation and ensure timely communication across all project phases.
  • Comply with AECOM’s Quality Management System and obtain MAP (Managing AECOM Projects) certification if not already held.
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members in project delivery and systems engineering.

 

 

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

  • This role is based on-site
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a relevant technical field.(Preferred but not required)
  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in the delivery of signals and communications systems for rail and transit.
  • PEng eligibility in 12 months and/ or PMP
  • Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 4+ years of progressive experience managing public transit signals and communications projects.
  • Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation.
  • PMP certification is an asset.
  • Strong technical knowledge in signal systems (e.g., interlockings, CBTC, ATP, ATO, level crossings) and communications systems (e.g., fibre, CCTV, PA, SCADA, radio, network infrastructure).
  • Experience working with major public transit agencies in Ontario (e.g., Metrolinx, TTC) or other Canadian jurisdictions.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects concurrently.
  • Familiarity with multidisciplinary coordination across civil, structural, and electrical engineering.
  • Understanding of Systems Engineering principles, RAMS, and Safety Assurance.
  • Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Join us in shaping the future of sustainable transit infrastructure in Ontario.

Additional Information

Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position

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 2024. 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. 

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