Project Manager / Construction Manager II

AECOM•Ontario, CA

1d•$125,000 - $150,000•Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a Project Manager / Construction Manager II to work in Southern California. The role supports complex projects across public and private sectors, potentially including hospitals and healthcare facilities subject to OSHPD/HCAI requirements and schools subject to Division of the State Architect (DSA) requirements. Experience in these specialty areas is preferred. Within AECOM’s Program Management business line, the position manages one or more complex projects, potentially involving multiple services, regional clients, or other project complexities. The manager may oversee projects from preliminary design through closeout, typically working independently with guidance for unusual or complex issues. The role manages project staff and may supervise senior architects and engineers, project administration, project controls, scheduling, cost control, estimating, and procurement representatives. It also actively manages general contractors in the field and leads project reporting. The role serves as the Owner’s Authorized Representative, coordinates with client departments and other stakeholders, assists with bid and contract planning, assesses bid specifications, and monitors contracts for architects and other consultants. It leads design management across all phases, coordinates design teams, controls and reports on design-phase cost, budget, and schedule, supports pre-design budgeting and scheduling, manages user and stakeholder coordination, and coordinates permits and jurisdictional approvals. Responsibilities also include construction logistics, bidding, construction contract review and coordination, and prequalification. During construction and project controls, the manager reviews progress against schedules, evaluates change orders and their impacts, monitors schedule and cost variances, verifies payment applications, and manages project finances. The role provides functional direction for schedules, cost control, dispute resolution, contract administration, and quality control; resolves complex project issues and disputes; and monitors construction contracts while providing on-site oversight of general contractors, consultants, and subcontractors. The position is based in Southern California, with Los Angeles listed as the primary location, and follows a hybrid work model. Relocation is not available, and AECOM is not offering sponsorship. Newly hired employees must attend in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience, plus at least 2 years of relevant experience.
Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check under company policy.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain strong organizational skills, with a good understanding of design and construction.
Knowledge of construction management procedures and construction industry practices.
Skill using construction management software and programs.
Knowledge of invoicing and billing procedures.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.

Nice To Haves

Professional experience managing facilities design or planning and coordinating capital projects, including overall design, contract administration, cost estimating, and scheduling.
Construction management experience.
Experience using Building Information Modeling (BIM).
Design-Build and progressive design-build experience.
Experience managing projects valued at $10 million or more; senior-level project experience is described as $90 million or more.
Experience coordinating local worker PLAs, prevailing wage/DIR, and public works projects.
Housing or workforce housing project experience.
Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or a related field.
Additional coursework in business administration, public relations, accounting, finance, school finance, personnel management, educational facilities planning, or communication.
Experience with other public- and private-sector project types.
Hospital or healthcare project experience with OSHPD/HCAI, including five years of healthcare facilities design, planning, and construction.
School project experience with the Division of the State Architect (DSA).
Valid California architect registration or Professional Engineer license from the State Board for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.
Valid Construction Manager (CCM) credential from the Construction Manager Certification Institute (CMCI).
LEED Professional Accreditation.
DBIA certification.

Responsibilities

Manage one or more complex projects, potentially from preliminary design through closeout.
Manage project staff and may supervise senior architects and engineers, project administration, project controls, scheduling, cost control, estimating, and procurement representatives.
Actively manage general contractors in the field and provide project reporting.
Serve as the Owner’s Authorized Representative and coordinate program activities with client departments and stakeholders.
Assist client and facilities management staff with bid and contract planning; assess bid specifications against client needs and completion timelines.
Review and monitor administration of contracts for architects and other project-related consultants.
Lead design management across all phases and provide leadership to architects, engineers, and design consultants.
Coordinate design-phase cost, budget, schedule, and reporting to the client; assist with pre-design project scheduling and budgeting, including construction and soft costs.
Coordinate user groups and stakeholders, jurisdictional approvals, and permitting.
Plan construction logistics and coordinate bidding, construction contract reviews, and prequalification processes.
Review construction progress against submitted schedules and assess change orders and their impacts.
Monitor schedule and cost variances in construction project databases and reporting.
Review and verify payment applications and perform fiscal management of multiple construction projects.
Direct construction project schedules, cost control, dispute resolution, contract administration, and quality control.
Resolve complex construction-related issues, disputes, and disagreements, and take recommended actions to resolve disputes.
Monitor construction contract administration and provide on-site oversight of general contractors, consultants, and subcontractors.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits, depending on employment status.
Paid time off and leaves of absence, depending on employment status.
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.
Training and development programs.