Central Texas Municipal Project Manager

AECOM•Austin, TX

23h•$120,000 - $215,000•Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a Central Texas Municipal Project Manager for immediate employment in Austin, Texas. The role is responsible for the overall management and administration of assigned projects and for helping establish project-specific objectives and policies. The Project Manager provides leadership to subordinate managers, serves as the primary liaison with clients, and oversees project delivery in accordance with design, budget, and schedule. The position manages projects from budgeting and scheduling through procurement and contract closeout, including significant profit-and-loss responsibility. It also manages budgets and expenditures, controls costs, maintains schedules, coordinates approvals and permits with municipal clients and agencies, reports project status and financial performance, and manages risks and regulatory compliance. The role leads and mentors multidisciplinary project teams. The position is based in Austin, Texas, and uses a hybrid work model. AECOM requires newly hired employees to attend in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location.

Requirements

BA/BS and 8 years of relevant experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Texas Professional Engineer (PE) license.
U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

Ideally 10 or more years of experience directly managing municipal infrastructure projects for cities in Texas, preferably in Austin.
Experience in proposal writing and job scoping.
Strong understanding of Central Texas city standards, municipal design guidelines, and TxDOT and Austin-area mobility initiatives.
Experience presenting project updates and proposals to City Council members, department heads, and community groups.
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse project stakeholders, including city staff, elected officials, consultants, and the public.
Experience with municipal roadway projects, including urban and rural road reconstruction or widening, intersection improvements, and active transportation infrastructure.

Responsibilities

Provide management and guidance to subordinate managers, enforce company and project policies, and serve as the primary liaison between AECOM and the client.
Oversee project delivery to ensure all facets are constructed in accordance with design, budget, and schedule through subordinate managers and supervisors.
Administer projects from budgeting and scheduling through procurement and contract closeout, with significant profit-and-loss responsibility.
Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and implement cost-control measures while maintaining quality standards.
Develop and maintain project schedules, monitor milestones, and implement corrective actions for schedule variances.
Coordinate with municipal clients, city departments, and regulatory agencies to obtain approvals, permits, and compliance documentation.
Prepare and present project status reports, financial summaries, and performance metrics to AECOM leadership and municipal stakeholders.
Identify and manage project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and ensure compliance with municipal codes, design standards, and regulatory requirements.
Lead and mentor project team members, including engineers, supervisors, and support staff, while fostering collaboration and professional development.