AECOM is seeking a Project Manager, based out of our Carolinas B+P footprint, to lead delivery of complex manufacturing programs for our Advanced Manufacturing practice. The Advanced Manufacturing Porject Manager will speak the client's industrial language: turn production intent into layout, material flow and a deliverable capital program, then carry it through AECOM's design and design-build teams. Business Sectors include : semiconductor, defense, aerospace, energy and nuclear fuel, battery, robotics, and microprocessors. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Serve as Project Manager on manufacturing facility projects of $100 million and above; own scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk and client satisfaction. • Serve as the primary interface between clients and AECOM's design and design-build teams. • Translate client production intent into actionable layouts, material flows, and deliverable capital projects, applying Lean principles where they add value. • Lead pursuits, fee and negotiations for design and design-build delivery; Manage subcontractor contracts and scope. • Manage project financials, including NSR, margin, forecasting, invoicing and change orders. • Integrate process and equipment requirements with architecture, MEP, process utilities and civil. • Guide industrial engineering scope (layout, material flow, throughput, automation) with the ability to apply Lean and Six Sigma processes highly desirable. • Lead and mentor project teams, coordinate Architectural and Engineering disciplines and work-share with AECOM design centers. • Lead commissioning, start-up and turnover, including tool installation and production ramp. • Champion safety: embed EHS and constructability in design and uphold AECOM Safety for Life standards on site. Qualifications Minimum Requirements • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field plus 10 years of relevant experience, including 2 years managing design or design-build delivery of manufacturing facilities or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education • Demonstrated leadership experience in manufacturing or industrial projects of $100 million or greater • Demonstrated Architecture/Engineering (A/E) Delivery Experience • Due to the nature of the job, United States Citizenship is required Preferred Qualifications • PMP and Lean Six Sigma Black Belt • Master's degree or MBA • 15+ years across manufacturing operations and A/E, EPC or Design-Build consulting • Active A/E licensure (PE or RA); ability to obtain North Carolina and/or South Carolina registration • Regulated-sector experience (DoD, DOE, NRC, FAA, ITAR) and Federal design-build delivery • Familiarity with simulation tools (FlexSim, Simio, Plant Simulation) for automation and robotics integration • Ability to pass client background checks and obtain a security clearance Additional Information • THIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY, AND AECOM INTENDS TO FILL THIS POSITION BY DECEMBER 29, 2026. • Relocation assistance is not available. • 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. 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.