Campus Space Planning Project Manager
Arlington County, VA - USA
Job Summary
AECOM is seeking a qualified Space Planning Project Manager to support our growing Higher Education practice throughout Northern Virginia. The project manager will provide direct support to our clients focusing on campus space utilization and optimization coordinating relocations and managing renovations across multiple buildings and campuses.
Key Responsibilities:
- Evaluate classroom laboratories and office spaces; recommend additions removals or reconfigurations.
- Lead relocations from leased facilities to on-campus spaces coordinating all move activities.
- Oversee redesign or renovation of spaces to support evolving programmatic needs.
- Manage move-in processes including furniture technology and signage coordination.
- Manage multiple projects from major renovations to small updates (paint carpet/abatement signage FF&E).
- Ensure compliance with client design standards State Council of Higher Education for Virginia requirements and space utilization goals.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders end users consultants and contractors.
- Analyze program requirements space metrics cost estimates technology needs and scheduling impacts.
- Lead classroom upgrades relocations/reorganizations furniture installations and feasibility studies.
- Oversee project budgets schedules and implementation with internal teams and external partners.
Qualifications :
Minimum Requirements:
- BA/BS 4 years of relevant construction experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
- Previous experience leading higher education construction projects.
- Demonstrated experience developing cost estimates and construction schedules.
- Valid Drivers License and as a condition of employment must be able to pass AECOMs Motor Vehicle Records review.
- Due to the nature of work US Citizenship is required
Preferred Qualifications:
- Background in interior design architecture or space planning (strongly preferred).
- Experience with CAD and/or Revit.
- Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.
- Experience in facilities planning building design or construction administration.
- Knowledge of FF&E finishes and space planning principles.
- Ability to read/interpret proposals plans contracts and specifications.
- Strong problem-solving and customer service skills.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- 6 years of progressively responsible experience in space planning project management.
- Demonstrated recent project and client experience in higher education.
- Knowledge and experience with local contractors and subcontractors and interior vendors in the Northern Virginia region.
Additional Information :
- Sponsorship is not available for this position
- Relocation is not available for this position
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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.
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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
About Company
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