Job DescriptionAECOM is seeking a talented and experienced
Design Manager to be based out of
any AECOM office within the US with remote work options flexibility. The qualified candidate will oversee a variety of semiconductor manufacturing or other advanced manufacturing projects including master planning, detailed design, and construction administration. The ideal candidate has experience managing the design of semiconductor fabrication facilities and associated infrastructure and possesses exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with our teams around the world on high-profile, fast-paced projects for global clients. This is a hands-on, client-facing role with an opportunity for upward career mobility. If based near an AECOM regional office, this position would be a hybrid work situation and role can be remote within the U.S. with some expected travel.
US West
Buildings + Places as 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, equity, and innovation in our projects.
The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:- Lead semiconductor manufacturing facility design team to deliver projects that meet the client's requirements, on schedule and to a high degree of quality. Design disciplines will include architecture, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, security, fire protection, ICT, and BMS/EPMS.
- Manage project resources, including onboarding/offboarding staff to ensure appropriate resourcing for project needs.
- As our projects are located across the US, the delivery teams will be a combination of semiconductor SMEs in our centers of excellence and engineers local to the project site. Hence strong communication and management skills are essential.
- Host and attend meetings with clients and other stakeholders.
- Identify problems early and develop creative solutions.
- Manage AECOM's semiconductor manufacturing facility design team, fostering a sense of comradery, collective ownership, and collaboration.
- Proactively manage and communicate change throughout the project.
- Oversee, and perform peer reviews and quality checks in line with client and AECOM standards.
- Proactively communicate with all stakeholders to provide project updates and resolve outstanding issues.
- Develop technical and financial proposals.
- Build trusting relationships with clients.
QualificationsMinimum Requirements:- Bachelor's degree in architecture, mechanical engineering or electrical engineering, plus ten (10) years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 2 years of leadership experience.
Preferred Qualifications:- Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Architecture License
- 10 years of relevant experience in design and/or project management
- 5 years of experience in semiconductor design
- Emotional intelligence and situational awareness: Demonstrated ability to assess social and professional dynamics, adapt communication style accordingly, and respond appropriately in diverse situations.
- Strong interpersonal judgment: Capable of understanding group dynamics and adjusting tone, messaging, or actions to align with the context and audience.
- Situational adaptability: Ability to read social cues, navigate nuanced environments, and make informed decisions based on audience or stakeholder reactions.
- Excellent communication (written/oral)
- Ability to work in dynamic, time-sensitive situations and with minimal oversight
- Team leadership skills
- Strong interpersonal and presentation skills
Additional InformationAECOM 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.
