AECOM
AECOM

Railway Architect

Madrid, Spain·Competitive·Hybrid·Director · 10+ years

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About the company & team

At AECOM, we deliver a better world. 

Whether it's improving transportation, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, we believe every infrastructure project has the power to improve communities and people's lives.

We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, and as such, we bring together the best people, ideas, and digital solutions, as well as the best technical knowledge. We partner with our clients to turn their ambitions into action and change the world for the better.

Job description

We are looking for a professional to manage and lead a team of multidisciplinary designers, with the ability to work effectively across several projects simultaneously, fostering a passion for excellence in design and project delivery within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

The role will provide creative direction and guidance to the team, developing its members and supporting team leaders. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in the design and management of railway projects, a proven track record of client interaction in this sector, and the drive to support the growth of this business line, working closely with the sector lead on its development.

This Senior Railway Architect should have extensive experience in the development and management of large-scale, highly complex transportation and infrastructure projects, both in Spain and internationally. They will help develop and strengthen relationships with new and existing clients to generate new and recurring business opportunities. As an innovative leader, they will demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, a solutions-oriented approach, the development of creative strategies, and sustainable design, as well as an understanding of the business and financial implications of projects.

Requirements

  • More than 10 years of experience in Transportation Architecture, with at least 10 of those years dedicated to the design and management of station projects within railway infrastructures of various scales.
  • Extensive knowledge and experience across the full design process for railway projects, from the conceptual phase through to construction and commissioning.
  • Technical knowledge of the various disciplines involved in railway transportation projects, beyond the strictly architectural scope.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written, verbal, and graphic.
  • Experience in international railway project environments will be valued.
  • A solid understanding of the financial aspects of project leadership and management, including the ability to manage budgets at a project level.
  • University degree in Architecture or professional qualification/chartered status as an Architect.
  • Excellent command of English, both spoken and written, is required.
  • High level of proficiency and experience in BIM environments (Revit + ACC), including AutoCAD, is required.
  • Willingness to travel is required.

About AECOM

AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design, and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy, and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social, and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm with professional services revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location, or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit, and pioneering mindset are fostered.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds, and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

We offer a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We are the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we are in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.This job was automatically translated to English, .

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