AECOM announced it has appointed Kristopher Takacsas its global head of stations and transit-oriented development for its Building + Places business line. In this role, Mr. Takacswill be responsible for spearheading the growth of AECOM Buildings + Places' design practice in the rail and transit sectors. Mr. Takacs is a highly experienced industry veteran with nearly 30 years of domestic and international experience.

He has a proven track record of successfully delivering multi-million-dollar transportation developments both in the United States and around the world. A respected architect and urbanist, Mr. Takacs has held leadership positions in prominent architecture and engineering firms, specializing in planning and designing ground transportation passenger facilities and innovative transit-oriented developments. Mr. Takacs appointment is effective immediately.