Rail Major Projects Director Ireland – AECOM
Company Description
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.
With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. Join 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.
Job Description
At AECOM, we believe infrastructure creates opportunities that transform lives and communities. Our global team is united by a common purpose to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise, and digital solutions to deliver positive impacts in transportation, buildings, water, environment, and new energy sectors. We’re one global team – 50,000 strong – driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.
About the Role
Ireland’s strong year‑on‑year economic growth continues, driving growth in population, workforce, and travel. With a national commitment to decarbonise transport and accelerate housing development, the National Development Plan Review 2025 confirms government investment of €275.4 billion over 2026‑2035, with €102.4 billion for 2026‑2030 and €24 billion allocated to transport. Major rail programmes include MetroLink, Ireland’s first underground metro; heavy‑rail upgrade programmes for Dublin and Cork city regions; and renewal and expansion of the Luas light rail system.
Our transportation clients include the National Transport Authority, Transport Infrastructure Ireland, Irish Rail, Translink, and Dublin Airport. We’re seeking an individual with international experience of major rail infrastructure and upgrade programmes to lead rail programmes and projects in Ireland.
Here’s what you’ll do:
Safety, Ethics & Quality first
Identify areas of high risk and act to positively impact programme outcomes
Advocate for ethical and safe working practices
Deliver excellence
Lead and manage large rail programmes with high execution complexity and significant strategic value
Provide AECOM with highly experienced technical leadership for rail project delivery in Ireland and other markets where appropriate
Thrive together
Develop high‑performing delivery teams for rail projects in the Irish market
Contribute to, and where appropriate lead, development of successful tenders for rail projects in Ireland
Innovate with impact
Drive innovation in technical and management approaches to achieve marketplace differentiation
Assess long‑term and disruptive trends in rail, proactively addressing emerging challenges and opportunities
Collaborate to win
Work with Market Sector Leaders and Europe and India leadership to identify strategic business opportunities and develop solutions to address them
Contribute to the people development strategy for rail, including identification of talent and resourcing plans
Develop key industry relationships, promote technical practices, innovation, and knowledge management
Requirements
Significant professional experience in designing 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 the rail industry
Proven ability to navigate complexity and drive innovation
Recognition within the rail industry and a substantial network in the world of rail infrastructure
Commitment to fostering a collaborative, high‑performing team culture that will empower colleagues to excel and thrive
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 a proven ability to build and maintain long‑term partner and client relationships
Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
Hybrid work options allow you to work from an AECOM office, remote location or a client site in a dynamic environment where integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed
Comprehensive compensation, benefits and well‑being programs meet the diverse needs of employees and families. Access industry‑leading technology, transformational work with big impact, and work flexibility in a globally trusted firm
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines
Qualifications
Degree in engineering, project management or another relevant discipline
Chartered membership of a relevant professional body
Additional Requirements
Demonstrate dedication to driving Welcoming Workplaces strategies by instilling a culture of respect and care within programmes and projects
Build a diverse and inclusive workforce by recruiting and retaining top talent and nurturing future leaders
Lead with empathy, respect and understanding, actively seeking diverse viewpoints and creating a psychologically safe environment
Additional Information
About AECOM: A world‑trusted infrastructure consulting firm delivering professional services across the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm with a Professional Services revenue of $14.4 billion (FY 2023).
Business Details
ReqID: J10136882
Business Line: Transportation
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: Europe & India
Career Area: Operations & Maintenance
Work Location Model: Hybrid
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industries
Architecture and Planning, Civil Engineering, and Construction
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