Senior Tunnel Construction Manager

AECOM•New York, NY

5d•$190,000 - $345,000•Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is hiring two experienced Senior Tunnel Construction Managers to lead the delivery of large, complex underground water infrastructure projects in the New York metropolitan area. These on-site leadership roles oversee multidisciplinary teams and construction management for landmark projects. The work takes place in a collaborative, innovative, and inclusive environment, with opportunities for career advancement and professional growth.

Requirements

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree and at least 12 years of relevant experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 4 years of leadership.
Professional Engineer (PE) license, with the ability to obtain a New York PE by reciprocity within 12 months.
20 years of progressive experience in construction management of large-scale tunneling and heavy civil infrastructure projects.
Demonstrated expertise in construction management of water tunnels (TBM and SEM), pump stations, shafts, diversion structures, and urban infrastructure.
Proven track record delivering projects valued at more than $500 million.
Proficiency in contract administration, schedule management, and cost control.
OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety certificate.
Strong leadership, mentoring, and team-building skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

Nice To Haves

CCM certification.
Experience with New York City DEP projects and the local regulatory environment.
History of successful delivery of Consent Decree or federally mandated projects.
Advanced knowledge of risk management, constructability reviews, and dispute resolution.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in team leadership.
Experience with projects valued at more than $1 billion.
Additional HSE, QA/QC, and project management certifications.

Responsibilities

Oversee construction management activities for large-scale tunnel projects with multiple contract packages.
Oversee commissioning, startup, and project closeout activities.
Ensure compliance with contract and regulatory requirements and Consent Decree milestones.
Oversee project controls, including schedule management, cost control, change management, and progress reporting.
Serve as the primary liaison with the project owner, designers, contractors, regulatory agencies, and community stakeholders.
Provide technical guidance on constructability, sequencing, and risk mitigation for complex tunneling and urban infrastructure.
Lead, mentor, and supervise a diverse construction management team.
Champion a culture of safety and environmental stewardship.