Project Coordinator, Rail & Transit

About the Role

AECOM is hiring a Project Coordinator for its Transit & Rail team in Mississauga, Ontario. This is a newly introduced position supporting transportation projects connected to freight rail and transit rail.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate and oversee project activities, including the review of designs and construction work tied to infrastructure projects on or near railway property, ensuring alignment with railway standards.
• Serve as a point of contact between third-party applicants and the railway.
• Support project managers with both routine and ad hoc tasks across rail and transportation assignments.
• Attend project meetings and prepare meeting minutes.
• Track project costs, budgets, and monthly billing.
• Prepare weekly and monthly status updates.
• Review drawings, reports, and contractor shop drawings and compile client submissions.
• Set up new projects and maintain schedules while monitoring work progress.
• Draft technical specifications and bid documents.
• Handle NAPT submissions and RCAC coordination.
• Collect and analyze data under the guidance of an experienced engineer.
• Use computer tools to help solve basic engineering-related problems.
• Carry out assigned work within approved budget and schedule limits under supervision.

What We’re Looking For

• A bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, along with 2 years of experience in heavy civil engineering.
• Preferably 1+ year of experience in transit and railway work.
• About 3+ years of experience is considered ideal.
• Knowledge of railway rules, regulations, safety practices, and operating procedures.
• Background in project coordination, transit, or rail projects.
• Exposure to on-site work such as construction supervision, surveying, or compaction monitoring/testing.
• Project management exposure will be an advantage.
• Ability to review or prepare engineering plans and design documents.
• Strong English writing and speaking skills.
• Professional client interaction skills.
• Good interpersonal, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Comfort working under pressure, managing multiple priorities, and staying detail-focused.
• Self-directed attitude with the ability to handle multiple tasks at once.

Additional Information

• Support for work authorization sponsorship is not available.
• Relocation support is not available.
• All newly hired employees must complete in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office as a condition of employment.
• AECOM notes that fraudulent hiring activity is taken seriously and recruitment is managed with security and trust in mind.

Benefits and Work Environment

AECOM offers a broad benefits package depending on employment status, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; life and AD&D insurance; disability benefits; paid time off; leaves of absence; voluntary benefits; flexible work options; well-being resources; an employee assistance program; business travel insurance; service recognition awards; retirement savings; and an employee stock purchase plan.

The company describes itself as a global infrastructure leader and emphasizes career growth, collaboration, training, development opportunities, and access to challenging projects with meaningful impact. It also states that it is an equal opportunity employer and that applicant information will be handled confidentially in line with EEO guidelines. Artificial intelligence may be used to support screening, assessment, and selection, while final hiring decisions remain with the hiring team.