Water Design-Build Project Manager
Atlanta, GA - USA
Job Summary
AECOMs Water Division is actively seeking a motivated and collaborative Water Design-Build Project Manager to support the delivery of complex water and wastewater infrastructure projects with a focus in the southeastern United States. This senior role offers the opportunity to work within an integrated design-build environment contributing to the planning design and construction of water and wastewater treatment plants pump stations and conveyance systems. The Project Manager will partner closely with engineering construction and procurement teams to help deliver high-quality projects that address some of the nations most critical water infrastructure needs while advancing AECOMs leadership in the water market.
This position is well suited for a project manager who thrives in a team-oriented environment is eager to grow design-build expertise and enjoys balancing technical commercial and delivery responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Support and manage the delivery of design-build water and wastewater projects from early planning through construction completion.
- Coordinate and oversee multi-discipline design teams across AECOMs design centers to ensure alignment with project scope schedule and budget.
- Assist with procurement of process equipment and subcontractors including participation in bid evaluations and subcontract negotiations.
- Contribute to project scheduling cost control and forecasting activities including job cost reporting and estimates at completion (EAC).
- Participate in constructability reviews value engineering efforts and risk management discussions.
- Support design-build pursuits by contributing to proposal development pricing strategies and technical approaches.
- Collaborate closely with construction teams during execution to support field coordination issue resolution and client communications.
- Maintain strong working relationships with clients subcontractors and internal stakeholders to promote successful project outcomes.
- Travel to project sites and other AECOM offices as needed to support project delivery.
Qualifications :
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelors degree in Civil Environmental Sanitary Chemical Engineering Construction Management or a related field and 8 years of relevant experience delivering water or wastewater projects using design-build methods or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
- Valid drivers license that allows you to drive during the course of your employment; subject to motor vehicle records review.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting progressive design-build lump sum design-build or CMAR project delivery approaches.
- Desire to participate in organizations such as the Design Build Institute of America (DBIA) or Water Collaborative Delivery Association (WCDA).
- Strong understanding of project delivery fundamentals with the ability to facilitate technical and commercial discussions.
- Proven ability to manage and collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering and construction teams.
- Experience with project cost controls earned value analysis and budget forecasting.
- Demonstrated commercial awareness including subcontract management and construction contract fundamentals.
- Experience managing projects in the $10M range.
- DBIA certification preferred but not required.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
- Experience working with local and state regulatory agencies.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interface effectively with clients and project partners.
Additional Information :
- Short-term travel is expected and generally up to 5-10% depending on project workload.
- Sponsorship 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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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
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