Construction Project Manager

AECOM•New York, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

AECOM is hiring a Construction Senior Project Manager to oversee K-12 and higher education building construction, reconstruction, and renovation projects, along with MEP upgrades and sitework projects. The role is based in New York, NY, is not remote, and requires on-site presence. The Project Manager may work independently or as part of a team and will interact with clients, design consultants, contractors, and other project stakeholders. The position manages projects through pre-construction, procurement, construction, and contract closeout to support high-quality, efficient delivery. The posting describes a current vacancy that AECOM intends to fill no sooner than January 30, 2027. Relocation and sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization are not available.

Requirements

BA/BS in Civil Engineering, Architecture, or Environmental Engineering, plus at least 6 years of related experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Experience with NYCHA, CUNY, and DASNY.

Nice To Haves

Experience with the Design-Build project delivery method, either as part of a Design-Build team or as an Owner’s Representative.
Project experience in K-12 and higher education facilities.
10 years of experience managing new construction, reconstruction, and renovation of various building types, including associated sitework and MEP upgrades.
Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, and project tracking systems such as Procore or Primavera P6.
New Jersey registration as a Professional Engineer, Registered Architect, or Registered Landscape Architect.

Responsibilities

Oversee delivery of projects involving K-12 and higher education construction, reconstruction, renovation, MEP upgrades, and sitework.
Provide oversight and direction to help projects finish on time and on budget.
Serve as a liaison for those managing design and construction to support smooth project delivery.
Assist with project sequencing and coordination.
Use platforms and software to support efficient client review and approval processes.
Review plans and documents and provide feedback to relevant entities.
Research best practices to advance project delivery.
Manage projects through pre-construction, procurement, construction, and contract closeout.
Interact with clients, design consultants, contractors, project stakeholders, consultants, engineers, planners, architects, landscape architects, and representatives of civic, community, and governmental organizations.