Construction Management Senior Manager

AECOM•New York, NY

5d•$240,000 - $285,000•Onsite

About The Position

AECOM is seeking an experienced Construction Management Senior Manager to provide strategic leadership and oversight of complex construction programs and major infrastructure projects throughout the New York Metro region. The role directs all phases of project execution, from pre-construction planning and budgeting through construction, commissioning, and contract closeout. The Senior Manager leads project teams and stakeholders, maintains financial and schedule performance, oversees safety and quality standards, and supports business development and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field, plus 10 years of related experience and/or education.
Proven experience leading large-scale, complex transportation programs, preferably involving metro transit, rail, public transportation, or major infrastructure projects.
Experience working with metropolitan transit authorities, state DOTs, and other public-sector transportation agencies.

Nice To Haves

10 or more years of progressive experience in construction management, program management, or large-scale infrastructure project delivery.
Demonstrated experience managing complex transportation, transit, aviation, rail, highway, or other major public infrastructure construction projects.
Experience overseeing large multidisciplinary construction management teams and managing multiple projects or programs simultaneously.
Strong understanding of construction contracts, procurement, cost estimating, scheduling, change management, claims, and project controls.

Responsibilities

Direct and manage large, complex construction management projects, providing strategic direction and oversight to project managers, construction managers, and technical staff.
Serve as the primary liaison among AECOM, clients, contractors, consultants, and other project stakeholders, maintaining relationships and effective communication.
Ensure construction activities comply with approved designs, contract documents, specifications, safety requirements, budgets, and schedules.
Oversee the full project lifecycle, including pre-construction planning, conceptual budgeting, cost estimating, scheduling, procurement, contract administration, construction execution, commissioning, and contract closeout.
Establish project objectives, execution strategies, staffing plans, schedules, and financial controls.
Lead project teams, including resource allocation, accountability, collaboration, and adherence to AECOM policies and procedures.
Manage project finances, including budgets, cost control, forecasting, cash flow, revenue projections, and profitability.
Monitor project progress and performance, identify risks and challenges, and implement corrective actions for cost overruns, schedule delays, and construction issues.
Oversee contractor performance, procurement, subcontractor coordination, change management, claims resolution, and contract compliance.
Ensure implementation of AECOM safety, quality assurance, quality control, and risk management standards.
Lead project reviews and provide executive-level updates to AECOM leadership and clients on status, financial performance, schedule milestones, risks, and decisions.
Support business development by identifying opportunities, developing client relationships, preparing proposals, participating in interviews, and supporting contract negotiations.
Drive continuous improvement, operational efficiency, and innovative construction management practices.