Design Project Manager

AECOM•New York, NY

15h

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a Design Project Manager to work on behalf of the client and oversee project design development from planning and scoping through design and bid. The role manages project development during pre-design and design, oversees consultant contracts and deliverables, and helps advance projects from design into bid and construction. It also provides technical assistance to the Owner and client representatives, coordinates with Project Management, and serves as a liaison among clients, end users, and government agencies. The position may involve site field inspections with design consultants during investigation, data gathering, and design development. The minimum qualification is a BA/BS in Engineering, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or Construction Management, plus four years of related experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education. Sponsorship is available; relocation is not. AECOM states that this current vacancy will not be filled before March 29, 2027. Newly hired employees must attend in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location. AECOM describes itself as a global infrastructure consulting firm with more than 50,000 professionals. The company offers comprehensive benefits that may vary by employment status, including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and disability benefits; paid time off and leaves; voluntary benefits and perks; flexible work options; well-being resources; an employee assistance program; business travel insurance; service recognition awards; a retirement savings plan; and an employee stock purchase plan. AECOM also highlights training and development programs and a collaborative workplace.

Requirements

BA/BS in Engineering, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or Construction Management, plus four years of related experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Nice To Haves

Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously, particularly across different design and construction stages and with multiple stakeholders.
Successful track record in budgeting, design oversight, and construction management.
Strong analytical, computer, written, and oral communication skills.
Strong organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines.
Effective public speaking, writing, and presentation skills for varied audiences.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel and Word.
Experience using project management tracking and database software platforms.

Responsibilities

Manage project development during pre-design and design phases.
Manage consultant contracts, including reviewing and approving payment requests, amendments, schedule extensions, and contract closeout.
Manage design development and deliverables to advance projects through design into bid and construction.
Provide comments on technical reviews of design documents as applicable.
Review design at a high level for conformance with scope and stakeholder requirements.
Manage estimating, value engineering, and constructability review processes performed by others.
Provide technical assistance and recommendations to the Owner and client representatives.
Coordinate with Project Management to resolve project or program issues.
Perform required transactions using client software.
Provide design and schedule updates as needed.
Investigate specific problems and provide architectural or engineering analysis and recommendations.
Consult with regulatory agencies about interpretations and applications.
Monitor professional consultants’ services and meet with them to review and assist with submissions.
Prepare reports for management and clients.
Act as liaison between the client and end users and/or government agencies.
Arrange and conduct field inspections with design consultants as needed during investigation, data gathering, and design development.