AECOM

Construction Resident Project Manager

AECOM • $108K — $130K *
New York, NY 10025In-Person
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree plus 6 years of experience, AS Degree plus 8 years, or HS/GED plus 10 years of related experience.
  • U.S. Citizenship is mandatory for project requirements.
  • Experience in transit and transportation projects.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee field construction inspectors and ensure quality and safety standards.
  • Plan and coordinate construction management activities for efficient staffing.
  • Supervise and balance project office and field inspection efforts.
  • Resolve constructability issues and guide construction inspectors during projects.
  • Evaluate contractor change order requests for recommendations to management.
  • Inspect highway bridge projects to ensure compliance with safety standards.
  • Develop project schedules and manage budgets, ensuring timely completion.

Benefits

  • Mentorship opportunities for junior team members.
  • Participation in business development activities to support company growth.
  • Regular project status meetings and reporting to stakeholders.
Full Job Description
Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Construction Resident Project Manager to join our Construction Management teams in the New York City Metropolitan area. The selected candidate will support and lead highway and bridge transportation projects, working closely with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams. This role offers the opportunity to oversee project delivery, ensuring work is completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and safety standards while contributing to critical infrastructure improvements across the region.

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 or AS Degree plus 8 years of related experience, or HS/GED plus 10 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency 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


Additional Information

THIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY, AND AECOM INTENDS TO FILL THIS POSITION BY NOVEMBER 26th, 2026

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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Join AECOM, a premier global team of professionals dedicated to delivering infrastructure and environmental solutions. At AECOM, we are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, leadership, and diversity, making it an ideal place for ambitious individuals looking to advance their careers.

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Join a company where innovation and leadership go hand in hand. AECOM is a place where you can lead critical projects, influence strategies, and deliver solutions that contribute to our clients' success. Our leadership and diversity training ensure that you have the tools to lead effectively and inclusively, fostering an environment where all ideas are welcomed and explored.

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AECOM’s culture is centered on collaboration and excellence. Work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry, benefiting from a wealth of knowledge and experience that will enhance your professional development. Our team’s diversity fuels creativity and drives innovation, making AECOM a breeding ground for new ideas.

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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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