Senior Project Manager, Architecture

AECOM•Cleveland, OH

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM’s Buildings and Places team in Ohio is looking for a Senior Architect to take on the role of a Project Manager. The Ohio B+P practice—based in Columbus and Cleveland—is a high‑performing, award‑winning studio offering integrated architecture, interiors, engineering, urbanism, advisory, technology, and digital delivery services. Operating collaboratively across AECOM’s West Region and other business lines, the Ohio team serves a diverse, global client base spanning civic, cultural, higher education, science and technology, transit, and federal agencies (including NASA, GSA, VA, and DoD). Design excellence is central to our culture, earning nearly 30 awards since 2022. We strive to be both the design firm of choice for clients and an employer of choice for top talent. The Architectural Project Manager provides senior leadership across client development, project delivery, and team leadership, owning outcomes from pursuit through post‑occupancy. This is a seller‑doer role requiring strong client presence, technical expertise, and operational rigor.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field and 6+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

10+ years of relevant experience
Architectural licensure preferred; engineering licensure considered with architectural project leadership experience
PMP certification or equivalent
Proficiency with Microsoft Office; strong working knowledge of Microsoft Project and Power BI
Demonstrated leadership, communication, and collaboration skills
Experience with complex new construction and major renovations
Expertise in advanced project management practices (earned value, change management, target value design, schedule management)
Strong organizational, time‑management, and communication skills
Business development experience with existing and new clients
Knowledge of alternative delivery methods (Design‑Build, CMaR, etc.); DBIA certification a plus
Interest or experience integrating AI into architectural and engineering services

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary client contact; build trust and long‑term relationships
Lead pursuits (RFQs/RFPs), including strategy, scope, teams, fees, and terms
Deliver revenue growth through repeat and expanded client engagements
Represent AECOM in the marketplace as a trusted advisor and brand ambassador
Lead interdisciplinary projects from early studies through construction administration
Manage scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk across the project lifecycle
Develop and maintain project plans, performance metrics, and documentation
Proactively manage change and coordinate with legal and leadership to mitigate risk
Inspire, mentor, and coordinate high‑performing internal and external teams
Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and communicative team environment
Support recruiting and development of emerging and peer leaders
Champion design quality, innovation, and performance at all scales
Encourage modern delivery approaches, including AI and digital tools
Monitor and report project financials, schedules, deliverables, and client health
Apply earned value, schedule controls, and other best‑practice PM techniques
Utilize Microsoft Project and Power BI for planning and performance reporting