AECOM

Construction Project Manager

AECOM • $90K — $130K *
New York, NY 10025In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree plus 6 years of related experience or equivalent education/experience.
  • US Citizenship is required for project work.
  • Experience in Transit and Transportation is mandatory.
  • Strong written and interpersonal communication skills are preferred.
  • 6+ years in construction/project management or related fields is advantageous.
  • Understanding of NYSDOT or NYCDOT projects is beneficial, and a PE license is preferred.
  • Proficiency in project management software (Procore, SharePoint, MS Project) is desired.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee field construction inspectors and ensure site safety and quality during construction phases.
  • Plan and coordinate construction management activities for efficient staffing utilization.
  • Balance project office responsibilities with field supervision, coordinating with contractors on tight schedules.
  • Resolve constructability issues at construction sites, providing effective solutions for inspectors and contractors.
  • Evaluate and negotiate contractor change orders, making recommendations to management.
  • Conduct inspections related to highway bridge projects ensuring compliance with safety standards.
  • Maintain project schedules to ensure timely milestone completion and overall delivery.
  • Manage project budgets including cost estimation and reporting to senior management.
  • Coordinate with government agencies and stakeholders for smooth execution of projects.
  • Implement quality control processes to ensure compliance with construction standards and regulations.
  • Conduct project status meetings and prepare reports for stakeholders.
  • Identify and mitigate project risks, developing contingency plans where necessary.
  • Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Mentor junior team members and foster a culture of knowledge sharing and improvement.
  • Engage in business development activities to support company growth.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive onboarding program at an AECOM office location.
  • Collaboration with a diverse team on significant transportation infrastructure projects.
  • Opportunity to mentor and develop junior team members.
  • Engagement in business development activities enhances career growth opportunities.
  • Work within a reputable company committed to project excellence and stakeholder satisfaction.
Full Job Description
Job Description

AECOM is actively seeking motivated Construction Project Managers to work on PM/CM teams managing the delivery of Transportation Infrastructure projects in the New York Metro area, for various government agencies and authorities.

Construction Project Managers are responsible for the overall management of PMC and CM projects or for managing key components/disciplines of mega projects or of numerous smaller projects. The qualified applicant will be able to demonstrate an established career with construction management experience in Transportation, specifically Transit and Rail construction in the New York Metro market with distinct prior Government Agency experience. This position will report to the NY Metro Construction group as part of the NY Metro Transportation business line.

Position Responsibilities:
  • Provide oversight of the field construction inspectors during the project construction phase including; preparation of inspectors daily work schedules, ensuring site safety monitoring, technical oversight, quality of construction, and Client satisfaction
  • Accountable for the planning, coordination and inspection and construction management activities and assignments of all direct reporting staff to ensure efficient utilization of staffing
  • Balance work in the project office with the senior management team and also provide supervision of the field inspection teams working nights and weekends. Interface with contractors to ensure coordination of construction activities and to meet aggressive project schedules
  • Evaluate, resolve and provide solutions to contractors and construction inspectors for constructability issues encountered at construction sites
  • Experience in the evaluation and validation of contractors change order requests against contract documents, negotiating change orders costs and schedule impacts and make recommendations to the Construction Manager and Program Manager
  • Perform inspection and resident engineering activities on highway bridge related projects, construction site safety standards and operations requirements
  • Develop and maintain project schedules, ensuring timely completion of milestones and overall project delivery
  • Manage project budgets, including cost estimation, tracking, and reporting to senior management and clients
  • Coordinate with various stakeholders, including government agencies, utility companies, and local communities to ensure smooth project execution
  • Implement and oversee quality control processes to maintain high standards of construction and compliance with relevant codes and regulations
  • Conduct regular project status meetings and prepare comprehensive reports for internal and external stakeholders
  • Identify and mitigate potential risks to project success, developing contingency plans as necessary
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant environmental, health, and safety regulations throughout the project lifecycle
  • Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing
  • Participate in business development activities, including proposal preparation and client presentations, to support company growth


Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree plus 6 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
  • Due to the projects associated with this position a US Citizenship is required
  • Transit and Transportation Experience

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Excellent written communications and presentation abilities in internal project settings with, the senior management team, external project stakeholders including senior client management leadership
  • 6 plus years of experience in resident engineering, construction management, project management, engineering and related fields is preferred
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, staff supervision, strong negotiation skills and conflict resolution abilities
  • Experience with NYSDOT, or NYCDOT projects. A P.E. License in New York is preferred.
  • Software proficiency in Procore, SharePoint, MS Project
  • Certifications: PE,CCM, NICET, PMP, DBIA


Additional Information

Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position

Relocation is not available for this position

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.

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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Learn more about AECOM
Size
51,000 employees
Market Cap
$11.8 billion
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Net Income
-$200.8 million
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
-6.3%
Revenue
$13.3 billion
NASDAQ
ACM
* Ladders Estimates

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