Assistant Project Manager

AECOM•Austin, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

AECOM is seeking an Assistant Project Manager for its Austin, Texas office. The position is expected to begin as soon as possible and is not remote. Local travel is required, and relocation and sponsorship are not available. The Assistant Project Manager manages one or fewer complex projects, or certain project phases. Projects may involve clients with a small or local geographic footprint, limited services from a local office, or limited additional complexities such as litigation, EPA Superfund, or due diligence. The role generally works under the supervision of a senior Project Manager, Program Manager, or Regional Manager. Within the assigned area of responsibility, the Assistant Project Manager proactively identifies potential project problems and opportunities, analyzes issues using appropriate resources, develops alternatives, and selects an approach to mitigate problems or pursue opportunities. The role makes sound, objective decisions with an understanding of their impact, manages project resources, and advises or mentors less experienced staff on project management skills. AECOM describes its workplace as a global, collaborative team with opportunities to contribute to local and global projects, access technical resources, and participate in training and development programs. Benefits may vary by employment status and may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits; paid time off; leave; voluntary benefits; perks; flexible work options; well-being resources; an employee assistance program; business travel insurance; service recognition awards; a retirement savings plan; and an employee stock purchase plan.

Requirements

BA/BS in Construction, Architecture, Project Management, Engineering, or a related discipline, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Valid U.S. driver’s license required for visits to project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices.
Selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Relevant years of experience in the same field.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Excel, Bluebeam, Procore, and P6.
K-12 experience.

Responsibilities

Manage one or fewer complex projects or certain phases of projects.
Proactively identify potential project problems and opportunities within the assigned area of responsibility.
Analyze issues using appropriate resources, develop alternatives, and determine approaches to mitigate problems or pursue opportunities.
Make sound, well-informed, objective decisions for assigned projects while considering their impact and implications.
Manage project resources.
Advise and mentor less experienced staff on project management skills.
Travel locally to project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices as needed.