Project Manager Design Build

Your Opportunity

AECOM is seeking a results-driven Design-Build Project Manager to join our Buildings Places team in Burnaby BC.

In this role you will lead the delivery of complex high-profile projects using Design-Build and alternative delivery models including Progressive Design-Build Alliance and IPD. You will be embedded within high-performing multidisciplinary teams and act as the single point of accountability for project delivery integrating design and construction to achieve exceptional outcomes. This position is for a newly created position.

You will play a critical leadership role shaping project execution strategies driving commercial performance and building strong client relationshipswhile delivering impactful infrastructure and building projects across Metro Vancouver and beyond.

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced Design-Build leader looking to take ownership of major projects and contribute to the continued growth of AECOMs presence in Western Canada.

Why AECOM

Shape Communities: Deliver landmark projects that define the future of Metro Vancouver and beyond
Lead with Impact: Take ownership of complex Design-Build projects and drive meaningful outcomes
Accelerate Your Career: Access structured leadership development mentorship and advancement opportunities
Work with Industry Leaders: Collaborate with top-tier architects engineers and project leaders
Flexible & Supportive Environment: Competitive compensation hybrid work model and comprehensive benefits
Global Impact: Be part of a world-class team delivering complex infrastructure solutions at scale

What You Will Do

You will lead the full project lifecycle with a strong focus on integration execution and performance:

Project Leadership & Delivery

Lead Design-Build and alternative delivery projects from early strategy through construction and close-out
Act as the single point of accountability for scope schedule budget quality and safety outcomes
Drive project execution strategies that integrate design construction and stakeholder requirements

Design-Build Integration & Coordination

Coordinate closely with contractors joint venture partners consultants and internal teams to ensure constructability and alignment
Lead multidisciplinary teams across architecture engineering and project controls
Ensure seamless integration between design development and construction execution

Project Controls & Commercial Performance

Manage project financial performance including budgeting forecasting (EAC) fee management and margin optimization
Oversee change management contract administration and commercial risk management
Monitor progress against key milestones and implement corrective actions as required

Risk Quality & Safety

Proactively identify assess and mitigate project risks (technical commercial and delivery)
Ensure compliance with AECOMs quality management systems and safe work practices
Lead project reviews and ensure audit-defensible documentation

Client & Stakeholder Management

Serve as the primary client interface building trusted relationships and ensuring delivery excellence
Lead coordination with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) permitting bodies and regulatory stakeholders across BC
Facilitate effective communication across all project stakeholders

Business Development & Growth

Support capture strategies proposals and client engagement activities
Contribute to strengthening AECOMs Design-Build presence in Western Canada
Identify opportunities for repeat work and client expansion

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements

Bachelors Degree in Engineering Architecture Construction Management or related field 4 (four) years of experience managing multiple projects of various types and complexities for commercial institutional and light industrial client
Demonstrated experience delivering Design-Build or alternative delivery projects
Ability to obtain and maintain Government of Canada security clearance

Security Clearance Requirements

Must hold or be eligible to obtain:
o Reliability Status (minimum)
o Secret Clearance (required for many federal projects)

Clearances are administered by the Contract Security Program (CSP) through Public Works and Government Services Canada (PWGSC)

Ability to comply with project-specific security protocols including controlled site access and information handling requirements

Preferred Qualifications

Professional designation (. or Architect AIBC)

10 years of progressive project management experience delivering building or infrastructure projects
PMP certification; DBIA certification is an asset
Strong commercial acumen with experience managing project financials contracts and change management
Experience delivering projects in the Western Canada market
Proven leadership of multidisciplinary teams in complex project environments
Excellent communication negotiation and stakeholder management skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment

Technical Skills

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (including Excel for financial tracking and reporting)
Experience with project scheduling tools (MS Project Primavera or equivalent)
Familiarity with project delivery and document control platforms (e.g. SharePoint BIM 360 Aconex)
Working knowledge of project controls systems reporting tools and data-driven performance trackin

Additional Information :

• Relocation is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization 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 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 2025. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

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 youll 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 youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and community - where 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. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening assessment and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time