Construction Project Manager IV

AECOM is seeking a CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER (CPM).

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER IV
Location: CLEVELAND OHIO
Start Date: 02/01/2026 05/31/2027 (duration to be confirmed).

Overview Summary AECOM is seeking a qualified Construction Project Manager (CPM) to provide PM/CM support for a Federal Building Fire Alarm Modernization construction project. The position is full-time embedded on-site field construction support role.

Position Summary PM supporting General Services Admin. (GSA) Owner and their agencies Tenants.  Duties involve managing the Owners interests (not the construction team) on a single project at the project site to achieve specified objectives. Involves engaging and leading the project delivery team providing CPM / Owners Representative supporting the project completion and FA Class-A Acceptance. 

• Reports directly to the AECOM Business Development Leader.
• Manages the project to achieve specified objectives. Involves overall planning coordination and control of a project support to produce a functionally and financially viable project that will be completed on time within budget and of the intended quality.
• Serve as Owners Rep. during design construction and Cx/closeout activities - as primary point of contact in the field collaborates and coordinates per the contract and communication plan with the GSA CO (and the PM/COR Ppty Mgr O&M key stakeholders etc); and interfaces with the project Contractor (DB team) providing proactive project assessment and support and maintains team engagement and client satisfaction. Provide feedback on all on-site activities and escalating issues to the GSA CO PM/COR. 
• Oversight of the Fire Alarm Modernization work includes ancillary work and systems integration and modernization as required. 
• This position is independent of and DOES NOT supervise manage or direct the DB Team or their Subs / Trade Partners.
• Delivers revenues resulting from exceptional quality and execution of projects. Maintains profit margins and plans and completes project(s) without write-downs or multiplier erosion.
• Builds / supports collaborative project teams.  Provides TQR and oversight of I/QAM work that monitors and reports on quality of completed and ongoing work calls for support staff. Leads team in providing comprehensive CMa support services and owners representation provides on-site field observation for conformance with the SOW Contract GSA CBS (Core Building Standards) applicable codes and standards provides summary progress documentation of the construction activities implementing robust Quality Assurance monitoring and assessment of the Design Build Contractors Quality Control Plan staff management execution of work reviewing and validating contractors self-performed inspections and certifying work in place for recommending payment of Invoices and accepting work provides real time feedback to the client regarding scope of work completion and contract compliance; recognizes risk and uncertainty and develops plans to mitigate and eliminate such and operates to minimize unsatisfactory work and exposure to claims. 
• Evaluates Contractor capabilities to provide required quality and maintain schedule.
• Typically supports projects involving RTF (Risk Triggering Factors). 
• Position requires support of projects managing the scope schedule budget quality safety and change management coordinating with other staff and inspectors to provide oversight and technical quality review coordinating the observation and conformance of the construction work done by the DB Contractor on the Owners behalf  leading an integrated collaborative team that supports the Owners interests. This individual in charge of this task must have:

Qualifications :

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelors degree in Construction Management Architecture Engineering business or construction management plus six (6) years of related experience / demonstrated equivalency of experience and / or education. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Have at least fifteen (15) years of experience in developing and maintaining complex multi-year project management activities including but not limited to

1. Developing/Controlling budgets
2. Scheduling and coordination of projects in existing secure and occupied facilities.
3. Managing interdisciplinary teams.
4. Integrating competing and/or conflicting elements into the planning and execution processes
5. Familiarity with Federal and local government office building projects with procedural requirements review requirements and approval requirements

• Proven Experience performing and supporting the successful completion of similar projects in comparable environments and conditions.

• Professional Engineering or Architectural Registration / License a plus. CMAA Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or Project management Professional (PMP) a plus.

• Federal (or state/municipal) governmental experience.

• Prior experience in the support and management of successfully completed design-build construction of Fire Alarm or critical systems modernizations in occupied buildings.

• Prior experience working on GSA and/or other federal agency or government construction projects including Federal projects at operational complex secure facilities such as US Courts Airports Prisons State or Municipal sites or demonstrated equivalency.

• Experience supporting and/or managing complex projects as a CPM.

• Knowledge of and proven experience with managing planning design (design and constructability reviews submittals value added); construction (CM/PM support services representation field observation and contract management) closeout and warranty (Cx support warranty backcheck) phases.

• Thorough knowledge of engineering and construction principles practices and procedures familiarity with applicable codes laws regulations and overlay Federal guidelines / Contract administration principles of project management and field observation and supervision.

• Professional demeanor attentive customer service skills clear and detailed oral and written communication collaborative team building skills lead by example proactive problem solver seeking de-escalation. Self-directed.

• Proficiency and competency with MS Suite PIMS programs support software (CAD BIM Bluebeam Structions Procore Kahua etc).

Additional Information :

• Due to the nature of this work assignment United States Citizenship is required for US work authorization.

• Applicants must be able to successfully pass Tier 1 Federal Adjudication for an HSPD-12 Security Credential (background screening and fingerprinting and security adjudication will be required).

• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization sponsorship is not permitted or available.

• Position is salaried (exempt).

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 2024. 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 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. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time