AECOM is seeking a Rail Systems Coordinator for one of our offices in Sacramento, CA. This role supports the successful delivery of rail systems for the High-Speed Rail Program by coordinating design, construction, integration, and commissioning activities. Working under the direction of the Deputy Program Construction Director, this role facilitates collaboration among design-build teams, project management consultants, and Authority staff to resolve technical issues, manage system interfaces, and ensure project milestones are met. The position plays a key role in overseeing all phases of rail systems implementation while ensuring alignment with program standards, project management best practices, and regulatory requirements.
- Plan, coordinate, and manage the oversight of rail systems delivery across all project phases, ensuring alignment with project management processes
- Support timely resolution of rail systems-related issues, including design-build coordination, interface management, installation, integration, testing, and commissioning
- Monitor construction and systems schedules; review short-term look-ahead plans to confirm critical milestones are achievable and on track
- Support issue resolution related to contracts, third parties, and technical matters
- Develop, implement, and improve strategies, policies, procedures, and tools to support effective rail systems oversight and delivery
- Ensure consistent application of systems engineering principles and project management best practices
- Provide direct support to the Deputy Program Construction Director on special projects, reporting, and ad-hoc assignments related to rail systems oversight and delivery.
- Design-build delivery methods for large-scale rail or transportation infrastructure projects
- Principles of systems engineering, project management, and construction oversight.
- Rail systems disciplines such as train control, traction power, communications, and system integration
- Project management tools, scheduling techniques, and risk management practices
- Understand the interrelated aspects of rail systems within a complex infrastructure program
- Analyze technical documents and data accurately to develop effective solutions and strategies
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and resolve technical, logistical, and contractual issues
- Communicate effectively, demonstrating leadership, coordination, and problem-solving skills