Project Manager, Federal Market

Project Manager, Federal Market

AECOM is seeking a Project Manager focused on leading our Federal projects to be based in one of our Southern California offices (Orange, San Diego or Los Angeles).

At AECOM, we are delivering a better world. Whether improving commutes, keeping lights on, providing clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

The Project Manager will lead and execute interdisciplinary projects that fall within our Federal market sector. Our Federal portfolio includes a broad and diverse range of clients and project types with a focus on integrated A/E solutions. The leader will be responsible for managing scope, schedule, and budget of projects across the project lifecycle—from conceptual studies to full design and construction administration.

• Lead the delivery of projects from proposal phase through client handover.
• Act as primary point of contact for clients and manage relationships with all stakeholders.
• Manage all aspects of a project including needs, schedule, fees, deliverables, contract terms and conditions.
• Coordinate internal and external project team members.
• Communicate clearly and effectively—verbal, written, and presentations.
• Provide senior management with project updates, including status of budget, deliverables, quality, and client relationship.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects.
• Participate in project pursuits, including generation of scope of work, project team definition, fee production, and review of terms and conditions.

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.
• 4+ years of relevant experience or equivalent education.
• Architectural Licensure or Professional Engineer.
• U.S. citizenship required.

• 6+ years of experience in project leadership or management overseeing complex architectural or engineering projects in the Federal market.
• PMP Certification is a plus.
• Comprehensive grasp of design methodology and process.
• Proficiency in conveying complex information clearly and concisely.
• Ability to tailor communication style to different audiences and contexts.
• Attention to detail, thoroughness, excellent organizational skills, and adept time management.
• Team player with excellent listening skills and diplomacy.
• Proficiency in recognizing and comprehending various contract formats.
• Strong knowledge of project management best practices such as earned value, proposals, contract management, change management, and schedule management.
• Exceptional organizational abilities, managing concurrent tasks efficiently.
• Proactive, goal‑driven, capable of independent work, and skilled in navigating change.
• Experience participating in business development or marketing activities with existing and new clients.
• Proficiency in REVIT.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Project and Power BI.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $125,000 to $165,000 annually.

AECOM offers comprehensive benefits to meet diverse needs, including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability, paid time off, leaves of absence, 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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