Project Manager (Aviation) - AECOM

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AECOM is seeking Project Manager (Aviation) who has worked with airport terminals to be based in San Diego, CA.

Position Summary:

• Responsible for the overall management administration to project and assists in establishing project specific objectives and policies. 
• Provides management and guidance to subordinate managers, enforces company and project policies, and a primary liaison between AECOM and client interface. 
• Oversees and ensures all facets of the project are constructed in accordance with design, budget and schedule through subordinate managers and supervisors. 
• Responsible for administering the project from budgeting/schedule stage through procurement and contract closeout. Position has significant profit/loss responsibility for assigned project.

The Project Manager will report to an NT1 Terminal and Roadways Program Manager. The position’s scope includes the New Terminal 1 Building and other duties as assigned.  This position is responsible for the completion of assigned projects within established scope, schedule, and budget. This project is using a Progressive Design Build delivery method.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Provide direction and management for projects as assigned and ensures on-schedule completion within or below budget in accordance with contractual obligations
• Coordinate and participate in design evolution and review of plans, stakeholder coordination, phasing and schedule development.
• Understand and implements program goals and devise methods to accomplish them
• Mitigating issues that develop during projects.
• Develop and manage scope to meet project goals and objectives
• Act as ADC representative with contractor and stakeholders during the program execution
• Negotiate changes to the scope of work with the contractors
• Participate in negotiations with regulatory agencies in support of ADC
• Understand and implement the Project Management Plan
• Monitor the draft and final deliverables for adherence to program requirements for all areas of the project
• Plan, direct, supervise, and control the execution of all technical, fiscal, and administrative functions of the assigned project
• Field responsibilities may include labor relations, procurement and payment to contractors and consultants
• Work with other team members to follow budget, schedules, and plan for all elements of a project
• Ensure that the project meets or exceeds goals established in this plan
• Work with ADC management to devise and execute actions plans to rectify potential cost overruns or delays, or to accommodate significant changes to the scope of work
• Maintain current and timely change orders
• Promote excellence on the project through application of Quality Assurance processes
• Promote a Safety-First approach in all matters and zero approach to accidents on projects.
• Monitor and report to management on the progress of all project activity within the program, including significant milestones, and any conditions, which would affect project cost or schedule
• Establish regular meetings to review project status and formulate action items
• Contribute to the advancement of ADC’s goals through commitment to productive collaboration with all stakeholders
• Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS + 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Must pass drug and alcohol screening and background screening for airport badging.
• A valid Class C driver’s license and the ability to maintain eligibility under the Authority’s Authorized Drivers Program.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in architecture, engineering, construction management or equivalent experience
• Previous project management experience on similar or related large-scale airport terminal projects
• 15+ years of similar work experience is required
• Knowledge of, and experience with, Design-Build and Progressive Design Build delivery methods
• Architect or engineer professional registration is preferred
• Experience with projects more than $10 million is preferred
• Proven ability to perform in a management capacity
• Excellent written and oral communications skills
• Thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations
• Knowledgeable of current technology and how it can be effectively utilized on the project

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program 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 absence, voluntary benefits, perks, U.S. and global well-being programs, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

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