Rail Major Projects Director Ireland – AECOM
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About the role: Ireland’s strong year-on-year growth, decarbonisation of transport, and housing development drive public transport investment. This role leads major rail programmes and projects in Ireland, delivering world-class rail programmes with multidisciplinary teams and key clients and stakeholders.
As a key member of our organisation, you will shape our rail delivery capability in Ireland and bring new technical direction and value to our rail clients and projects.
Here’s what you’ll do
* Safety, Ethics & Quality first
o Identify areas of high risk and act to positively impact programme outcomes
o Advocate for ethical and safe working practices
* Deliver excellence
o Lead and manage large rail programmes with high execution complexity and strategic value
o Provide AECOM with highly experienced technical leadership for rail project delivery in Ireland and other markets if/where appropriate
* Thrive together
o Develop high performing delivery teams for rail projects in the Irish market
o Contribute to, and where appropriate lead, development of successful tenders for rail projects in Ireland
* Innovate with impact
o Drive innovation in technical and management approaches to achieve marketplace differentiation
o Assess long-term and disruptive trends in rail, proactively addressing emerging challenges and opportunities
* Collaborate to win
o Work with Market Sector Leaders and Europe and India leadership to identify strategic opportunities and develop solutions
o Contribute to the people development strategy for rail, including talent and resourcing plans
o Develop key industry relationships, promote technical practices, innovation, and knowledge management
Requirements
* Significant professional experience in leading the design of large-scale, complex, heavy rail, light rail and/or metro programmes and projects
* Track record of driving high performance, achieving project objectives, and leading large teams in capital infrastructure projects in rail
* Proven ability to navigate complexity and drive innovation
* Recognition within the rail industry and a substantial network in rail infrastructure
* Commitment to fostering a collaborative, high-performing team culture
* In-depth knowledge of rail safety, operations and compliance standards
* Commercial acumen with proven ability to manage large projects and contracts
* Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills, with ability to build long-term partner and client relationships
Qualifications
* Degree in engineering, project management or another relevant discipline
* Chartered membership of a relevant professional body
Additional information
* Demonstrate dedication to Welcoming Workplaces strategies and foster an inclusive environment
* Lead with empathy, respect and understanding; create a psychologically safe environment for diverse viewpoints
* Disability Confident Employer – reasonable accommodations available
* All information kept confidential according to EEO guidelines
About AECOM
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm delivering services across the project lifecycle in transportation, buildings, water, environment, and energy. We are a Fortune 500 firm with a global presence and a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
Work with us. Change the World. You will have hybrid work options and a range of compensation, benefits, and well-being programs. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will help you reach yours.
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