Civil Project Coordinator, Transit & Rail

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Job Description

AECOM Mississauga is seeking a Civil Project Coordinator – Transit & Rail to join our team in Mississauga, ON. This is a full-time position involving a full-time secondment to a railway client’s office, five days per week.

This is a newly created role.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide project coordination and technical support for civil infrastructure projects on behalf of railway clients.
• Work as part of the client’s team, supporting the day-to-day coordination, review, and delivery of transit and rail projects.
• Perform day-to-day review of project submissions, work orders, engineering designs, drawings, specifications, reports, and other technical documentation on behalf of railway clients.
• Review engineering designs and construction documentation for compliance with applicable railway standards, requirements, and project specifications.
• Prepare and review designs, technical specifications, bid documents, work orders, and other project documentation on behalf of railway clients.
• Coordinate project activities and support project managers with routine and non-routine project requirements.
• Attend project meetings and prepare meeting minutes, action items, and related documentation.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, schedules, and progress of work.
• Prepare weekly and monthly project status reports.
• Review drawings, reports, contractor shop drawings, technical submissions, and other project documentation.
• Set up new projects and track monthly billing.
• Prepare project schedules and monitor progress against established milestones.
• Review and compile client submissions and project documentation.
• Collect and analyze technical and project data under the supervision of an experienced engineer.
• Conduct site visits as required to review project conditions, construction activities, and progress.
• Use engineering and project management software to support project delivery and solve engineering problems.
• Perform work in accordance with agreed-upon budgets and schedules under appropriate supervision.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering plus 2 years of heavy civil engineering experience.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle.
• Ability to work full-time from the client’s office in Mississauga, five days per week, and travel to project sites as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understanding of railway rules, regulations, safety requirements, and operating procedures.
• 1+ year of transit and/or railway experience.
• Project coordination experience.
• Experience working on-site, including construction supervision, surveying, compaction monitoring/testing, or similar activities.
• Project management experience would be an asset.
• Experience with the design and/or review of engineering plans, drawings, and specifications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively and professionally within a client environment.
• Strong interpersonal, negotiation, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage competing priorities.
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.

Additional Information

Additional Information

Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.

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About AECOM  

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work  

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.