Junior Transportation Project Manager

AECOM • Orlando, FL

8d • $90,000 - $120,000 • Onsite

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a motivated Junior Transportation Project Manager to help lead and deliver impactful transportation projects on behalf of the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT). Based in DeLand, Florida, this role offers an exciting opportunity to be involved in the full project lifecycle—from early scoping through design development and delivery.
In this position, you’ll collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams and regional transportation partners, supporting the development of plans, managing project schedules, and helping ensure projects are delivered efficiently and successfully. Strong coordination, communication, and collaboration skills are key, as you’ll play an active role in keeping stakeholders aligned and projects moving forward.
The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
Performs specific and moderate portions of a broader assignment of an experienced engineer.
Gathers and correlates basic engineering data using established and well-defined procedures.
Works on detailed or routine engineering assignments involving calculations and relatively simple tests.
Proposes approach to solve new problems encountered using modifications of standard procedures or methods developed in previous assignments.
Identifies discrepancies in results.
Provides guidance to entry-level engineers.
Performs work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule with limited supervision.
Independently performs all the tasks necessary to complete primary design elements for engineering works.
Performance at this level requires developmental experience in a professional position.
Performs specific and moderate portions of a broader assignment of an experienced engineer.
Gathers and correlates basic engineering data using established and well-defined procedures.
Works on detailed or routine engineering assignments involving calculations and relatively simple tests.
Proposes approach to solve new problems encountered using modifications of standard procedures or methods developed in previous assignments.
Identifies discrepancies in results.
Provides guidance to entry level engineers.
Performs work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule with little supervision.
Independently performs all the tasks necessary to complete primary design elements for engineering works.
Performance at this level requires developmental experience in a professional position.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering and 4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency or experience and/or education
• EI or ability to obtain within 6 months
• 2 years of Project Management Experience or similar experience.

Nice To Haves

• PE License
• Experience with FDOT Design Manuals and Standard Plans
• Experience in the following skills: Perform plan reviews, Perform scope reviews, Review bid documents and specifications, Review project cost estimates (design, CST/CEI)
• Project Management experience, including but not limited to the following: Review and identify fatal flaws in project schedules, Ability to lead project meetings with Local Agencies, Ability to coordinate with various internal and external stakeholders
• Proven ability to plan, organize, and manage time efficiently while handling multiple initiatives simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Performs specific and moderate portions of a broader assignment of an experienced engineer.
• Gathers and correlates basic engineering data using established and well-defined procedures.
• Works on detailed or routine engineering assignments involving calculations and relatively simple tests.
• Proposes approach to solve new problems encountered using modifications of standard procedures or methods developed in previous assignments.
• Identifies discrepancies in results.
• Provides guidance to entry-level engineers.
• Performs work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule with limited supervision.
• Independently performs all the tasks necessary to complete primary design elements for engineering works.
• Performs specific and moderate portions of a broader assignment of an experienced engineer.
• Gathers and correlates basic engineering data using established and well-defined procedures.
• Works on detailed or routine engineering assignments involving calculations and relatively simple tests.
• Proposes approach to solve new problems encountered using modifications of standard procedures or methods developed in previous assignments.
• Identifies discrepancies in results.
• Provides guidance to entry level engineers.
• Performs work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule with little supervision.
• Independently performs all the tasks necessary to complete primary design elements for engineering works.

Benefits

• AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees