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AECOM, the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, announced today the appointment of Wahid Albert as lead of its New York Metro Surface Transportation group. In this role, Mr. Albert will be responsible for the strategic growth and profitability of the company’s highway and bridge projects in the region. “Wahid has been an integral part of our organization since 2020 and his prior experiences and unique perspectives on technical and project execution are invaluable to our clients,” said Tom Prendergast, AECOM’s New York Metro executive for its Design & Consulting Services business. “Our New York Metro region is comprised of an incredible group of engineers, architects, planners, technicians, and managers who are among the most talented not just within our company, but within the industry. Wahid is an important leader for our transportation employees, and I am thrilled to welcome him into this new role.” As lead of New York Metro Surface Transportation, Mr. Albert will seek to advance business growth, project development, and project execution by coordinating teaming decisions on highway and bridge projects. He will also serve as the firm’s New York Metro structural department manager and will mentor engineering professionals, providing insight regarding innovative design and streamlined design-build project delivery. In addition, Mr. Albert will support the strategic growth of AECOM’s national transportation and highway and bridge markets, enhancing the firm’s core talent pool and strengthening relationships with national clients. “My goal is to enhance AECOM’s visibility in the infrastructure and transportation arena by managing relationships with regional transportation industries so that we become the go-to consultant for bridge expertise in New York City,” said Mr. Albert. “My active participation in the recruitment of technical talent to enhance our capabilities and support staffing of projects will help ensure innovation, positive development, and growth.” Mr. Albert holds 38 years of experience in engineering and project management. Previously, he served as chief engineer at the New York State Department of Transportation, where he was directly responsible for overseeing more than $6.1 billion in annual design and constructure projects ranging from bridges and roadways to airports.