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# Rail Systems Coordinator

- **Company:** AECOM
- **Location:** Sacramento, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $105,000.0 - $180,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Microsoft Office, Systems Integration
- **Published:** August 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=6a4133ed48296f75

## About the Role

* BA/BS + 6 YORE or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred Requirements:

 * Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, construction management, project management, or a closely related field. At least three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in infrastructure project delivery, rail systems engineering, systems integration, or project/construction management
 * Experience working on large-scale transportation or rail infrastructure projects
 * Proven ability to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and resolve project-related issues
 * Strong written and verbal communication skills
 * Experience in rail systems project delivery or oversight
 * Familiarity with system integration and commissioning of complex rail projects
 * Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and project management tools
 * Strong stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and coordination skills
 * Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements related to rail systems project

## Description

AECOM is seeking a Rail Systems Coordinator for one of our offices in Sacramento, CA. This role supports the successful delivery of rail systems for the High-Speed Rail Program by coordinating design, construction, integration, and commissioning activities. Working under the direction of the Deputy Program Construction Director, this role facilitates collaboration among design-build teams, project management consultants, and Authority staff to resolve technical issues, manage system interfaces, and ensure project milestones are met. The position plays a key role in overseeing all phases of rail systems implementation while ensuring alignment with program standards, project management best practices, and regulatory requirements.

 * Plan, coordinate, and manage the oversight of rail systems delivery across all project phases, ensuring alignment with project management processes
 * Support timely resolution of rail systems-related issues, including design-build coordination, interface management, installation, integration, testing, and commissioning
 * Monitor construction and systems schedules; review short-term look-ahead plans to confirm critical milestones are achievable and on track
 * Support issue resolution related to contracts, third parties, and technical matters
 * Develop, implement, and improve strategies, policies, procedures, and tools to support effective rail systems oversight and delivery
 * Ensure consistent application of systems engineering principles and project management best practices
 * Provide direct support to the Deputy Program Construction Director on special projects, reporting, and ad-hoc assignments related to rail systems oversight and delivery.

 * Design-build delivery methods for large-scale rail or transportation infrastructure projects
 * Principles of systems engineering, project management, and construction oversight.
 * Rail systems disciplines such as train control, traction power, communications, and system integration
 * Project management tools, scheduling techniques, and risk management practices

 * Understand the interrelated aspects of rail systems within a complex infrastructure program
 * Analyze technical documents and data accurately to develop effective solutions and strategies
 * Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and resolve technical, logistical, and contractual issues
 * Communicate effectively, demonstrating leadership, coordination, and problem-solving skills


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