Senior Tunnel Construction Manager

• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line:
  Geography OH
• Work Location Model:
  Hybrid
• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  US - New York, NY - 605 Third Ave
• Compensation: USD 190,000 - USD 345,000 - yearly

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AECOM is seeking two experienced Senior Tunnel Construction Managers to lead the delivery of large and complex underground water infrastructure projects in New York Metro area. These are high-profile roles, responsible for managing a multidisciplinary team to deliver landmark projects that will shape the future of New York City infrastructure. You will work with a world-class team of professionals in a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive environment.

We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee all construction management activities for large-scale tunnel projects with multiple contract packages.
• Oversee commissioning, startup, and project closeout activities.
• Ensure project compliance with all contract requirements, regulatory requirements, and Consent Decree milestones.
• Oversee project controls, including schedule management, cost control, change management, and progress reporting.
• Serve as the primary liaison with the project owner, designers, contractors, regulatory agencies, and community stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance on constructability, sequencing, and risk mitigation for complex tunneling and urban infrastructure.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise a diverse construction management team.
• Champion a culture of safety and environmental stewardship.

• BA/BS + 12 years of relevant or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 4 years of leadership.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license (required, and ability to obtain New York PE by reciprocity in 12 months).

Preferred Qualifications

• CCM Certification.
• Experience with New York City DEP projects and local regulatory environment.
• History of successful delivery of Consent Decree or federally mandated projects.
• Advanced knowledge of risk management, constructability reviews, and dispute resolution.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in team leadership.
• 20 years of progressive experience in construction management of large-scale tunneling and heavy civil infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated expertise in construction management of water tunnels (TBM & SEM), pump stations, shafts, diversion structures, and urban infrastructure.
• Proven track record delivering projects more than $500 million; experience with projects over $1 billion preferred.
• Proficiency in contract administration, schedule management, and cost control.
• OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety certificate; additional HSE, QA/QC, and project management certifications are a plus.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and team-building skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

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