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Senior Project Manager, Federal ProjectsAECOM • Orange, CA, US
Senior Project Manager, Federal Projects

Senior Project Manager, Federal Projects

AECOM • Orange, CA, US
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Senior Project Manager, Federal Projects

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Senior Project Manager to be based in one of our Southern California offices. Offices this hire can be seated in are Los Angeles, CA; Orange, CA; San Diego, CA; Phoenix, AZ; Murray, Utah or Albuquerque. NM.

As a people manager, the Senior Project Manager will be responsible for mentoring and guiding the Federal design team to success. In addition to helping lead design development and review, the Senior Project Manager will also be responsible for client communication, consultant coordination, and contract administration. Project responsibility will be focused on a diverse portfolio within the Federal market sector.

The successful candidate must be a licensed Architect or engineer with strong, hands-on technical knowledge as well as proven experience leading a team through all phases of a project. The ideal candidate will have experience managing federal design projects and competence across federal design criteria, including UFCs, ETLs, AFMANs, and AFIs.

Job Summary / Responsibilities

  • Performs various management, leadership, and people accountability responsibilities for a specific technical group or department.
  • Has full responsibility for interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating technical assignments.
  • Plans and develops engineering tasks concerned with unique or controversial problems. This involves exploration of subject area, definition of scope and selection of problems for investigation and development of novel concepts and approaches.
  • Acts as the primary liaison between internal / external project partners, ensuring effective communication, development, coordination and implementation of action plans.
  • Ability to independently guide and resolve technical matters on project with ability to consult with Technical Leadership on complex building code issues, when necessary. Demonstrating a depth of expertise in Healthcare or large campus program / project management.
  • Operates with minimal supervision, receiving primarily administrative guidance, with assignments framed in broad general objectives and limits, showcasing a leadership role with significant autonomy.
  • Leads a team of Architects and / or designers, orchestrating and aligning the activities of the project.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements :

  • BA / BS Architecture or Engineering + 6 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and / or education
  • Licensed Architect or Engineer
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Must be open to travel
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • More than 12 years of experience, including experience with federal programs and managing projects and people
  • Direct experience managing projects for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)
  • Federal government portfolio (DOD, VA, GSA, etc.)
  • Experience with (UFCs, ETLs, AFMANs, and AFIs.)
  • Additional credentialing such as PMP, DBIA, and / or LEEP AP
  • Experience in developing scope, fee, and terms for proposals and change orders for interdisciplinary teams related to building design and engineering.
  • Experience in implementing design quality assurance and quality control activities
  • Ability to interact regularly and professionally with senior management and technical staff in other offices on business development and project execution issues
  • Architect or Engineer with professional registration in the US
  • USACE CQM certification or equivalent
  • Industry certifications such as CCM or PMP
  • Holds or previously held a Department of Defense security clearance
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities
  • Proven organizational skills with a proven track record in client satisfaction while meeting deliverables and deadline requirements
  • Internally driven, self-starter, team orientated
  • Additional Information

    Sponsorship is not available now or in the future for this position. Relocation assistance within the United States is available for this position.

    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.

    AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

    You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

    As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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