Principal, NY Metro Transportation Chief Architect

AECOM seeks a Principal Transportation Chief Architect to join our NY Metro Buildings Places leadership team to grow and lead our Buildings Places (BP) transportation architecture practice across the New York Metro region advancing design excellence for airports rail/transit stations and bus facilities.  We are the worlds trusted infrastructure consulting firm and this role drives our purpose: delivering a better world through resilient people-centered and future-ready transportation environments. This position will be part of one of the largest multidisciplinary Transportation design teams in the country offering the opportunity to shape the future of transportation architecture in one of the worlds most complex and dynamic markets. It is a platform to deliver transformative resilient and equitable mobility infrastructure that improves everyday life. We offer a collaborative high-performance culture that values innovation inclusion and professional growth.

The ideal candidate will be an architect with deep technical knowledge of building technology and expertise in the design and delivery of innovative transportation facilities including aviation rail light rail and bus rapid transit. Additionally the candidate will nurture a local multi-disciplinary team of architects engineers urban strategists and specialty sub-consultants while also engaging with national and global experts to ensure the delivery of efficient equitable and inspiring transportation facilities.

AECOMs Buildings Places practice includes architecture interiors building engineering workplace strategy business transformation asset advisory economics and development planning master planning urban planning and landscape architecture.  With a range of expertise from strategy and design through project realization we create better outcomes to grow economies protect natural systems conserve natural resources make societies more equitable and connect and engage people through innovative sustainable design solutions.  Our teams have worked on signature projects such as the London 2012 Olympic Park and Legacy Framework to the new plan for the LA2028 Olympics to industrial facilities for GE and Rolls-Royce to headquarters and workplaces for NASA Unilever Sony Music DirecTV Box Inc. and many Fortune 500 companies. 

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements 

• Bachelors Degree in Architecture 12 years of progressive experience including 4 years of leadership in the planning design and delivery of complex transportation facilities in the New York Metro transportation market with experience in at least one of the following: Airports (passenger terminals support/operations landside/airside interfaces).Transit/Rail (stations intermodal hubs concourses platform environments).Bus Facilities (depots maintenance facilities BRT infrastructure and stations)
• Licensed Architect (RA)
• Demonstrated leadership of large multi-disciplinary teams on fast-paced programs with multiple stakeholders and delivery models (DB PDB CM/GC CMAR)
• Proven success in client development capture leadership and winning major pursuits
• Strong command of applicable codes/standards and agency processes (e.g. IBC ADA NFPA 130; familiarity with FAA/FTA guidance and regional agency requirements)
• Track record of delivering projects with high design quality operational performance safety and user experience
• Excellent communication negotiation and presentation skills at the executive and public forum levels
• Must have experience working with NY Metro Agency Clients

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Masters of Architecture
• 20 years of progressive experience leading planning design and delivery of complex transportation facilities in the New York Metro market
• Recent experience working with PANYNJ MTA AMTRAK NJT and/or LIRR agencies
• New York State and New Jersey State RA (or ability to obtain either via reciprocity); NCARB certification preferred
• LEED AP ENV SP or equivalent sustainability credential
• Experience collaborating with major New York Metro transportation and aviation stakeholders and navigating complex stakeholder environments
• Expertise in digital delivery (BIM/Revit AutoCAD Navisworks Bentley/MicroStation family of BIM and 3D modeling software parametric tools) and advanced coordination workflows
• Background in progressive delivery preconstruction bridging documents and performance-based design criteria
• Experience with wayfinding passenger experience design and terminal/station operational planning
• Design/Build experience DBIA certification is a plus
• PMP Certification is a plus

Additional Information :

• Relocation is not available for this opportunity
• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position
• THIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY AND AECOM INTENDS TO FILL THIS POSITION NO LATER THAN DECEMBER 2 2026

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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 . 

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 youll 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 youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere 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. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time