Civil Project Coordinator - Rail & Transit

About the role

AECOM Ottawa is looking for a Project Coordinator for Transit and Rail projects, based in Ottawa, Ontario. The role supports project managers and coordinates the design and construction of infrastructure projects proposed by outside companies and government agencies on or near railway property, ensuring compliance with Railway Standards. It is a newly created position.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate and review designs and construction of infrastructure projects on railway property for clients such as railways
• Support project managers with routine and non-routine tasks
• Attend meetings and prepare minutes, and prepare weekly and monthly project status reports
• Monitor project costs and budgets, and set up new projects
• Prepare and review monthly billing, and review and compile client submittals
• Prepare project schedules and monitor work progress
• Review and coordinate technical specifications and bid documents
• Act as liaison between multidisciplinary design teams and project managers
• Collect and analyze data under the supervision of an experienced engineer, using computer software for basic engineering problems
• Perform work within the agreed budget and schedule under supervision

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering plus 2 years of heavy civil engineering experience
• Preferred: 3+ years of transit and railway experience
• Preferred: understanding of Railway Rules and Regulations, safety and operating procedures, and project coordination experience
• Preferred: on-site experience (construction supervision, surveying, compaction monitoring/testing, field engineer) and project management experience
• Ability to design and/or review engineering plans
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English, strong interpersonal, negotiating, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Detail-oriented, able to multi-task and prioritize, and able to work well under pressure

What we offer

• Benefits depending on employment status, which may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and disability coverage, paid time off, flexible work options, a retirement savings plan and an employee stock purchase plan
• Training and development programs and a global team environment

Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available. New hires must attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office. Artificial intelligence is used to screen applicants.