2020-02-10
AECOM (www.aecom.com)
Other
/yr
full-time
employee
New York
New Jersey
United States
United States of America - , New York
Job Summary
AECOM's Buildings + Places business line dedicated to excellence and integrated architecture, engineering and interiors design solutions. Clients trust AECOM to design the buildings and public spaces that shape where we live, work, and play while sustaining people, connecting communities and protecting the natural world.
We are seeking creative, highly talented Project Managers and Senior Project Managers to join our practice and grow our Government, Transportation, Justice, Education, Commercial and Corporate markets. Our Project Managers work directly with the client and stakeholders to ensure project and program objectives are met. The successful candidate will demonstrate an affinity for maintaining and delivering high quality projects on time and within budgets while establishing and maintaining excellent client relations. The successful candidates will meet the majority of the following core competencies/expectations in accordance with AECOM processes and procedure:
Project/Practice Management
Creates and executes project work plans, project executions plans, risk mitigation plans, etc.
Identifies staffing needs and assigns individual responsibilities
Manages the day-to-day operational aspects of a project, including the budget, base scope and additional services
Reviews deliverables prepared by the team
Prepares for internal monthly project reviews and quality assurance procedures
Assumes responsibility (in partnership with the Market Leader and Project Approver) for financial, technical and design excellence, overall quality and client satisfaction
Ensures project documents, including legal documents, contracts, and task orders are reviewed, approved, signed and filed per the AECOM project management framework
Project Accounting
Updates the project EAC monthly and monitors WIP, AR, SCM, DLM, EBITA, GM, NSR.
Tracks and reports hours and expenses
Manages project budget and expenses
Determines appropriate revenue/margin recognitions, ensures timely and accurate invoicing, monitors project receivables, and is responsible for collection of AR
Analyzes projects profitability, revenue, margin, bill rates and utilization
Communications
Facilities team and client meetings
Effectively communicates relevant project information to the client, team, and internal leadership
Delivers engaging, informative, and well organized presentations
Resolves and/or escalates issues in a timely fashion
Teamwork
Consistently acknowledges, appreciates, and motivates both individual staff and project team
Effectively utilizes each team member to his/her fullest potential
Keeps track of lessons learned and shares those lessons with team members
Technical Understanding
Possesses general understanding in the areas relevant for the projects managed
Regularly seeks continuing education opportunities
Client Management
Manages day-to-day client interaction and expectations
Develops lasting relationships with clients
Communicates effectively with clients to identify needs and evaluate alternative solutions
Continually seeks opportunities to increase customer satisfaction
Leadership
Challenges others to develop as leaders while serving as a role model
Identifies opportunities for improvement and makes constructive suggestions for changes
Manages change processes effectively
Remains engaged and knowledgeable regarding industry practices
Business Development
Identifies business development and additional service opportunities for all disciplines as they relate to a specific project, program or client
Engages is proposal efforts, working as the internal or external capture manager, including completing project scoping and pricing
Minimum Requirements
Bachelors Degree in Architecture or Engineering or other related field
Demonstrated and extensive experience as a Project Manager within any of the following markets: Federal Government, Transportation or State & Local Government, Justice, Education, Corporate or Commercial,
Licensed architect, professional engineer or Interior Designer or equivalent
Ability to travel between New York City, New Jersey and Boston if needed
Preferred Qualifications
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What We Offer
When you join AECOM, you become part of a company that is
pioneering the future . Our teams around the world are involved in some of the most cutting-edge and innovative projects and programs of our time, addressing the big challenges of today and shaping the built environment for generations to come. We ensure a workplace that encourages growth, flexibility and creativity, as well as a company culture that champions
inclusion, diversity and overall
employee well-being through programs supported by company leadership. Our
core values define who we are, how we act and what we aspire to, which comes down to not only
delivering a better world , but working to “make amazing happen” in each neighborhood, community and city we touch. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
Job Category Program and Project Management
Business Line Buildings & Places
Business Group Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS)
Country United States of America
Position Status Full-Time
Requisition/Vacancy No. 232496BR
Additional Locations US - Clifton, NJ - 1255 Broad Street
Clearance Required No
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.