AECOM

Project Management Information Systems Implementation Lead

AECOM$90K — $130K *
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Information Systems, or related field plus 8+ years of relevant experience.
  • Strong background in project controls on medium-to-large scale capital projects.
  • Proven track record in leading PMIS implementations that support PMOs.
  • Experience implementing multiple PMIS platforms (e.g., Procore, Kahua).
  • Deep knowledge of project management best practices and digital tools used in the AEC industry.
  • Demonstrated success in driving organizational change and user adoption of new technology platforms.
  • PMP or similar certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Lead full lifecycle implementation of PMIS platforms, including requirements gathering and integration with existing systems.
  • Partner with stakeholders to define digital strategies that enhance project visibility and risk management.
  • Support development of PMO frameworks with standardized processes and governance structures.
  • Serve as subject matter expert on project controls best practices including earned value management.
  • Evaluate and integrate multiple PMIS tools into a cohesive digital ecosystem.
  • Develop change management strategies to ensure user adoption and ongoing support.
  • Review and optimize the work of project teams and junior analysts, providing guidance and support.
  • Participate in planning digital strategy and policies for project delivery systems.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive onboarding process at AECOM office location.
  • Focus on professional development and training opportunities.
  • Opportunity to influence digital transformation in project management.
  • Work within a collaborative and cross-functional team environment.
Full Job Description
are seeking an experienced Project Management Information Systems Implementation Lead to lead the strategic implementation, optimization, and adoption of Project Management Information Systems (PMIS) across our project portfolio. This senior role focuses on driving digital transformation in project delivery by implementing enterprise-grade tools such as Procore, Kahua, Trimble Unity Construct, and similar platforms. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in project controls, has a strong understanding of Project Management Offices (PMOs) operational needs, and excels at defining and institutionalizing best practices in project execution, data governance, and performance reporting. This is a leadership position that combines advanced business analysis, systems implementation, change management, and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead the full lifecycle implementation of PMIS platforms, including requirements gathering, system configuration, integration with existing enterprise systems (ERP, scheduling, document management, etc.), data migration, testing, training, and post-go-live support.
  • Partner with project controls, operations, finance, and executive stakeholders to define digital strategies that enhance project visibility, cost control, schedule performance, risk management, and forecasting accuracy.
  • Support the development of PMO frameworks, including standardized processes, templates, workflows, dashboards, and governance structures that leverage PMIS capabilities to drive consistency and efficiency across projects.
  • Serve as the subject matter expert on project controls best practices, advising on earned value management (EVM), cost forecasting, change order management, document control, and performance analytics.
  • Evaluate, recommend, and lead the integration of multiple PMIS tools to create a cohesive digital ecosystem tailored to organizational needs.
  • Develop and execute change management strategies to ensure high user adoption, including training programs, role-based workflows, and ongoing support models.
  • Review and optimize the work of project teams and junior analysts; provide guidance, resolve complex issues, and escalate when necessary.
  • Participate in the planning and development of digital strategy and policy related to project delivery systems and data management.
  • Conduct special projects related to process improvement, system enhancements, and performance reporting with minimal supervision.
  • Work under general direction while handling complex, high-impact initiatives independently.


Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Information Systems, or related field plus 8+ years of relevant experience, or demonstrated equivalency through experience and/or education.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Strong background in project controls on medium-to-large scale capital projects.
  • Proven track record leading PMIS implementations that support PMOs and standardized project delivery processes.
  • Experience implementing multiple PMIS platforms (Procore, Kahua, Trimble Unity Construct, Oracle Primavera Cloud, Autodesk Construction Cloud, etc.).
  • Deep knowledge of project management best practices, controls methodologies, and digital tools used in the AEC industry.
  • Demonstrated success in driving organizational change and user adoption of new technology platforms.
  • PMP, similar certifications are a plus.
  • Experience with data analytics, reporting dashboards (Power BI, Tableau, etc.), and system integrations (APIs, etc.).


Additional Information
  • Relocation assistance is not available for this role.
  • Sponsorship for US Employment Authorization is not available now or in the future 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.

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