Lead Texas CEI Sr. Project Manager

AECOM•Austin, TX

1d•$135,000 - $240,000•Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a full-time Lead Texas CEI Sr. Project Manager to be located in Austin, TX. This role is responsible for growing the Construction Engineering & Inspection (CEI) Market in Texas by developing work and performing Project Manager duties as needed. The target clients include TxDOT, Toll Road Authorities, and RMA’s, with potential for other governmental agencies and private work. Texas CEI encompasses Construction, Engineering & Inspection (CEI), Construction Scheduling Support (CSS), Owner Verification Testing Inspection (OVTI), Independent Engineer (IE), CPM Scheduling, and similar transportation functions. The TxDOT Market Areas for these hires include, but are not limited to, AUS, WAC, SAT, BWD, SJT, BRY & YKM.

Requirements

BA/BS + 10 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 2 years of leadership.
US Citizenship is a requirement for this role.
A valid driver's license is required, along with the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check in accordance with company policy.
PE license required in TX or ability to obtain the license in six months.

Nice To Haves

15+ years of transportation experience.
Microsoft Office excel, word, and video conferencing skills.
Working knowledge of TxDOT Site Manager or AASHTOWare Project- CM (APCM) or equivalent.
TxDOT Precertification requirements: Have obtained 11.1.1 (Roadway Constr. Mgmt.), 11.2.1 (Bridge Constr. Mgmt.), 11.5.1 (Constr. Sched. PM), 11.9.1 RR Coord. Mgmt), 22.1.1 (OVTI-PM), 5.2.1 (Bridge Design), 4.2.1 (Roadway Design), or can be obtained within 3 months after hire date.
Preferred Previous Experience- TxDOT Area Engineer, Assist. AE, Director of Construction (DOC), Assist. DOC, or similar.

Responsibilities

Develop a detailed CEI business development plan with scalable milestones.
Develop the internal AECOM CEI team in the region.
Identify strategic partners, develop teaming partnerships, and markets.
Strategize and preposition for upcoming RFPs.
Lead the proposal writing efforts and interview presentation.
Write proposals and interview for RFPs.
Aid in marketing and proposal development throughout Texas CEI teams.
Conduct regular visits and maintain contact with TxDOT DOCs and AEs to determine future work and AO needs.
Determine possible selection committee members prior to TxDOT RFPs.
Identify new opportunities and needs.
Attend AGC and other conferences as required.
Develop and maintain a trained staff to assist in CEI project performance and win new work.
Maintain aggregate billability of staff at 90+%.
Meet Project KPIs (with assistance from AECOM Project Controllers).
Ensure the client is billed on time (Participate in biweekly status meetings).
Develop Work Authorizations.
Assist with negotiation of billing rates and ODE’s.
Conduct Project Reviews including Safety.
Perform briefings (at least twice per year) with the client on AECOM performance.
Perform CEI PM duties for CEI Contracts.