CEI Project Administrator

AECOM•Tampa, FL

2d•$130,000 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

AECOM is seeking an experienced CEI Project Administrator to support transportation infrastructure projects in the Tampa, Florida area. The role manages project development, resources, and construction activities, including contract administration and oversight of scope, schedule, budget, quality, safety, and change management. The administrator exercises initiative and independent judgment, assigns tasks to administrative and field staff, and assists throughout all phases of construction. The position manages project administration and objectives from pre-construction budgeting and scheduling through procurement, shop drawing coordination, construction, space turnover, and contract closeout. It oversees project delivery through subordinate managers and supervisors, provides guidance to staff, and serves as a primary liaison between AECOM and the client. The role also manages schedules, estimates, stakeholder coordination, site inspections, reporting, project records, risk mitigation, meetings, and development of junior staff. It carries significant profit-and-loss responsibility for the assigned construction project. The position is on-site. The posting identifies the primary location as Orlando, Florida, while describing projects in the Tampa area. Selected candidates must attend in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office. Relocation assistance and US employment authorization sponsorship are not available.

Requirements

BA/BS degree and 4 years of related experience, or an associate degree and 6 years of related experience, or high school diploma/GED and 8 years of related experience; demonstrated equivalency and/or education may be accepted.
Valid US Driver’s License required to regularly drive AECOM vehicles to project sites.
Selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review.

Nice To Haves

Experience with roadway or bridge construction.
Experience in relevant transportation projects.
FDOT Advanced MOT.
CTQP Final Estimates Level II.
CTQP Quality Control Manager certification; attend and pass the examination.

Responsibilities

Manage client and project development, resources, construction activities, and contract administration across scope, schedule, budget, quality, safety, and change management.
Direct and assign tasks to administrative and field staff and assist in all phases of the construction project.
Prepare and review progress estimates and final estimates throughout the project.
Manage overall project administration and help establish project-specific objectives and policies.
Guide subordinate managers, enforce company and project policies, and act as a primary liaison between AECOM and the client.
Oversee construction through subordinate managers and supervisors to ensure work meets design, budget, and schedule requirements.
Administer the project from pre-construction budgeting and scheduling through procurement, shop drawing coordination, construction, space turnover, and contract closeout.
Develop and maintain project schedules and ensure timely completion of milestones and deliverables.
Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with project requirements and regulations.
Conduct site inspections to monitor construction progress, quality, and safety.
Prepare and present project status reports to senior management and clients, including performance indicators, risks, and mitigation strategies.
Manage project documentation, including contracts, change orders, and correspondence, and maintain compliant records.
Identify potential issues or conflicts and implement solutions to minimize delays and cost overruns.
Participate in project meetings, represent the organization, and facilitate communication among team members and stakeholders.
Mentor and develop junior staff and foster a collaborative team environment.