AECOM

Architectural Project Manager

AECOM$90K — $130K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited program with 6+ years of professional experience or equivalent education/experience.
  • Master's degree in Architecture from an accredited program (preferred).
  • Licensed Architect in California (preferred).
  • Experience managing architectural projects, especially in the California market (preferred).
  • Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, and MS Project for design and project management.
  • LEED Accreditation or experience with sustainability practices (preferred).
  • Strong knowledge of California building codes and permitting processes.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage architectural projects from design to construction.
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary teams for design quality and timely delivery.
  • Act as the primary client contact during project development.
  • Oversee design documentation and construction drawing preparation.
  • Monitor project schedules, budgets, and deliverables to meet client expectations.
  • Support consultant coordination and team performance.
  • Ensure compliance with codes, regulations, and AECOM standards.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Life and disability insurance benefits.
  • Paid time off and flexible leave options.
  • Employee assistance program and well-being resources.
  • Retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.
Full Job Description
Job Description

AECOM is currently seeking a Project Manager with a strong architectural background and preferably with an active architectural license to join our growing team in one of the following offices: San Franciso, Oakland, Los Angeles, Sacramento or San Jose, CA.

This is an opportunity to lead impactful architectural projects from planning and design through construction, while collaborating across disciplines in a dynamic, global design environment. As a Project Manager, you will oversee the full lifecycle of architectural projects - from initial concept development through construction completion. You will lead project teams, interface directly with clients, ensure design and documentation quality, and help drive project delivery success. Alicensed architect is preferred to bring both creative vision and technical rigor, along with proven leadership in managing scope, schedule, and budget on complex projects.

US West Buildings + Places Business Line has a vast market spread and geography, providing opportunities across a wide range of project typologies, including Science & Technology, Advanced Manufacturing, Commercial, Aerospace, Higher Education, Industrial and Process, Transportation, Aviation, Sports and Federal market sectors across the western United States and beyond. As a dynamic team of Architects, Planners, and Engineers we strive to incorporate beauty, sustainability, resiliency, and innovation in our projects.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
  • Lead and manage architectural projects through all phases of design and construction
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams to ensure design quality, technical accuracy, and timely delivery
  • Serve as primary client contact throughout project development
  • Oversee the preparation and review of design documentation and construction drawings
  • Monitor project schedules, budgets, and deliverables in alignment with client expectations
  • Support internal resourcing, consultant coordination, and team performance
  • Ensure compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and AECOM standards
  • May manage various size groups of architects, designers and/or specialists.
  • May work on modest size projects and/or assist Project Architectural or Engineering Managers with higher grades.
  • Responsible for providing architectural guidance, calculations, analysis, studies and recommendations for a specialized segment of the Architectural Discipline within the schedules and budget of an assigned project.


Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:
  • Bachelor's from an accredited program 6+ years of professional experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Architecture from an accredited program.
  • Licensed Architect in California.
  • Experience in architectural project management, including experience in California market.
  • Proven experience managing projects of varying scales and complexities.
  • Proficiency in design and project management software, such as Revit, AutoCAD, and MS Project.
  • LEED Accreditation or experience with sustainable design practices.
  • Strong understanding of California building codes, zoning regulations, and permitting processes.
  • Exceptional communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience with public and private sector projects, including mixed-use, commercial, and institutional developments.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.


Additional Information
  • This position will not offer sponsorship now or in the future.


At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

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.

About AECOM

AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets, including transportation, facilities, environmental, energy, water and government. With approximately 45,000 employees around the world, AECOM is a leader in all of the key markets that it serves. AECOM provides a blend of global reach, local knowledge, innovation and technical excellence in delivering solutions that create, enhance and sustain the world's built, natural, and social environments. A Fortune 500 company, AECOM serves clients in more than 150 countries and had revenue of $8.0 billion during the 12 months ended March 31, 2014.

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Size
51,000 employees
Market Cap
$11.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$200.8 million
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
-6.3%
Revenue
$13.3 billion
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