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AECOM New England Traffic Discipline Lead in Chelmsford, Massachusetts
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
AECOM is seeking a New England Traffic Discipline Leader as a Hybrid Position with the option of working from any office in New England, including Boston, MA, Chelmsford, MA, Rocky Hill, CT, Manchester, NH, or Providence, RI.
About AECOM Transportation
As populations grow, so do demands for safe, expedient, and cost-effective transportation. Our Transportation business line partners with clients around the world to build, modernize, and expand transportation infrastructure and deliver advanced mobility solutions to carry our communities into the future — safely, equitably, and reliably.
We combine our extensive planning, design, construction, and asset management experience with advanced technologies and innovations to help our public and private clients restore or replace their aging transportation infrastructure, and find smarter, more effective ways to move people and goods across our cities, countries, and continents.
Our integrated approach and social responsibility have earned us the trust of local municipalities, government agencies, commercial clients, and public-private partnerships. Our expertise and global reach enable us to deliver high-quality solutions for our clients that pave the way for long-lasting benefits to society.
Job Summary
As the New England Traffic Discipline Leader , you will lead a dynamic team of talented professionals in creating innovative and impactful transportation solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of groundbreaking design-build projects, driving progress in the transportation industry while showcasing your expertise in traffic engineering.
Job Responsibilities:
Leadership : Provide visionary leadership and strategic direction, fostering a collaborative and energized work environment that encourages creativity, professional growth, and excellence in design.
Team Development: Mentor and develop a high-performing team, fostering individual growth, technical expertise, and collaborative spirit to deliver exceptional design solutions
Project Management : Oversee the successful execution of projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to project timelines, budgets, and client specifications
Client Engagement : Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, including MassDOT, CTDOT, RIDOT, NHDOT, MBTA, and others, serving as their trusted advisor and understanding their unique needs and goals
Business Development : Lead business development efforts, serve in professional organizations, meet new potential clients, and lead proposal development.
Design Excellence : Champion innovative design concepts, applying your expertise in traffic engineering to develop comprehensive and efficient transportation solutions that enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability. Oversee several types of traffic
Other Responsibilities include:
Traffic Engineering studies that include traffic generation, simulation/modeling, analyzing crash data sets, and traffic impact analyses.
Development of Traffic Engineering plans, specifications and estimates (PS&E) including signs, pavement markings, traffic signals, roundabouts, and traffic management plans/temporary traffic control.
Construction services for Traffic Engineering projects - review submittals, respond to requests for information, offer field advice, etc.
Support design-bid-build and design-build projects.
Industry Trends: Stay abreast of emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in traffic design and transportation engineering, integrating new ideas into project approaches and driving continuous improvement.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field plus 10 years relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Experience in traffic design, including project management and team leadership roles
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
Preferred Qualifications
Strong Technical Skills: Proficient in traffic engineering principles, traffic modeling software, and relevant design standards (e.g., MUTCD, AASHTO).
Experience in Adaptive Signal Control, Transit Signal Priority, and misc. emerging technologies.
Project Management Expertise
Proven track record in successfully managing and delivering complex transportation projects on time and within budget
Client-Focused mindset with demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understand their needs, and deliver exceptional customer service.
Leadership Abilities: Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with a passion for mentoring and developing talent within a team environment
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively present complex technical information to clients, stakeholders, and team members
Additional Information
Relocation assistance is not available for this role
Sponsorship is available for this role
Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $160,000.00 - $240,000.00.
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.
ReqID: J10128195
Business Line: Transportation
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: East
Career Area: Engineering
Work Location Model: Hybrid
Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc