Project Manager

AECOM is seeking a Water/Wastewater Project Manager to be based out of Salt Lake City Utah and support municipal and industrial water and wastewater projects in the Salt Lake area and across the western United States. This role will participate in the planning design construction startup and commissioning of water and wastewater infrastructure projects including treatment facilities pump stations process systems pipelines storage facilities and utility infrastructure.

The successful candidate will work with multidisciplinary teams of engineers designers constructors clients and operators to deliver projects from concept through startup and operational readiness. This position is ideal for an emerging project manager with a strong technical background and experience coordinating complex projects involving field execution stakeholder engagement system testing and commissioning.

The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

• Support project management and project delivery activities for water and wastewater facility projects.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering design construction and operations teams throughout project development and execution.
• Assist with preparation and management of project scopes schedules budgets risk registers and project work plans.
• Track project progress identify schedule risks and facilitate resolution of technical and logistical issues.
• Lead project meetings and communicate project status to internal teams and clients.
• Support procurement planning equipment tracking material readiness reviews and vendor coordination.
• Coordinate construction-phase activities including field inspections contractor coordination and issue resolution.
• Develop and implement startup and commissioning plans for facilities pumping systems and process equipment.
• Support system  acceptance criteria testing protocols operational readiness reviews and turnover documentation.
• Coordinate commissioning activities with design teams contractors equipment suppliers and facility operators to ensure successful startup and performance verification.
• Assist in the development of QA/QC procedures inspection reports and technical documentation.
• Participate in client meetings project presentations and business development efforts.
• Support preparation of proposals statements of qualifications (SOQs) and technical approaches for new opportunities.
• Promote a strong safety culture and commitment to quality throughout all phases of project delivery.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Civil Engineering Environmental Engineering or related technical discipline; or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Valid drivers license and ability to travel periodically to project sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with water wastewater industrial process utility or infrastructure projects.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary engineering or construction projects.
• Experience with project scheduling stakeholder coordination procurement and technical project execution.
• Experience supporting facility startup commissioning system qualification or operational readiness activities.
• Experience coordinating installation testing and turnover of complex mechanical process or utility systems.
• Familiarity with treatment processes pump stations utility systems process piping or industrial facilities.
• Experience using project management and collaboration platforms such as Jira Microsoft Project Primavera P6 or similar tools.
• Strong organizational communication and client-facing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and coordinate diverse stakeholder groups.
• EIT certification or progress toward professional licensure is a plus.

Preferred Attributes

AECOM is seeking candidates who have demonstrated:

• Leadership of multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced project environment.
• Experience managing project scope schedule and resource requirements.
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience coordinating field construction and installation activities.
• Understanding of commissioning methodology startup sequencing system testing and facility turnover.
• A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement.
• Passion for delivering critical infrastructure projects that improve community resilience and environmental sustainability.

Additional Information :

• No relocation is offered for this role
• No sponsorship is offered for this role

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 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