Entry-Level Deputy Project Manager
About The Position
AECOM is hiring an entry-level Deputy Project Manager in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with an anticipated start in February or June 2027. The role supports project delivery, operations, and performance across business lines including Transportation, Water, Program & Project Management, Buildings + Places, Environment, and Energy. The position offers hands-on experience, structured learning, mentoring, networking, and opportunities to develop technical and project management skills while working with professionals across disciplines and regions. The Deputy Project Manager partners with Project Managers to support regional projects and programs, monitor project performance, and help assess how project results contribute to business outcomes. The role includes preparing reports, presentations, designs, calculations, drawings, forecasts, and other deliverables under appropriate supervision. It also involves supporting cost control and schedule tracking, developing analytical tools, conducting research and analysis, and coordinating information for management reporting. The position is hybrid and based at AECOM’s Philadelphia office. Relocation assistance and sponsorship for US employment authorization are not available. Newly hired employees must attend in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field.
- Ability to work with different levels of technical and administrative personnel.
- High comfort level with quantitative analysis, particularly under tight time constraints.
- Excellent communication skills, including a desire to ask questions and learn from coworkers.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and complete them urgently and within established deadlines.
Nice To Haves
- Relevant internship or professional work experience.
- Working knowledge of industry software such as Oracle Primavera P6 and Revit.
- Working knowledge of business intelligence tools such as Power BI and Microsoft 365 apps, including Power Apps, Power Automate, and SharePoint Design.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, with high proficiency in Excel.
Responsibilities
- Partner with Project Managers to support a variety of projects and programs across the region.
- Monitor project performance and understand how individual projects contribute to overall business outcomes.
- Prepare reports and presentations in Excel and PowerPoint, and contribute to project delivery.
- Apply standard engineering and project management techniques to develop technical skills and professional judgment.
- Prepare designs, calculations, drawings, and other project deliverables under the supervision of experienced professionals.
- Participate in interdisciplinary reviews and contribute to continuous improvement across teams.
- Develop and manage spreadsheets, databases, and analytical tools to support project and business operations.
- Collect data and prepare monthly and quarterly forecasts on key project and program financial metrics.
- Conduct research, perform analysis, and present recommendations based on findings.
- Coordinate with business lines and corporate teams to compile and analyze data for management reporting.
- Assist Project Managers with cost control, schedule tracking, and other key project management functions.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits.
- Paid time off and leaves of absence.
- Voluntary benefits and perks.
- Flexible work options.
- Well-being resources and employee assistance program.
- Business travel insurance.
- Service recognition awards.
- Retirement savings plan.
- Employee stock purchase plan.
- Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
