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Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM  is seeking a highly motivated Project Manager to join our growing Climate Resilience & Adaptation Team in our New York City, New York or Bloomfield, New Jersey locations. The preferred candidate possesses strong capabilities and experience in both project management and engineering design to lead multidisciplinary teams on resilient infrastructure planning, design, and construction projects for public and private sector clients. In this role, your work will have a tangible, positive impact in the communities in which we work and live.

This position is available for immediate start.

The primary responsibilities include:

• Overall management and responsibility for technical and financial delivery of resiliency projects throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Development and execution of scope, staffing, schedule, and budget and management of multi-discipline teams including AECOM and subcontractor staff.
• Function as primary contact with client for all project matters.
• Lead and guide project team on engineering planning, analysis, design, and construction work, primary focused on extreme weather adaptation, coastal flood risk reduction, sea level rise, stormwater management, and green infrastructure, including both nature-based and hard infrastructure solutions.
• Author and review technical reports/memorandums.
• Coordinate and engage with local, state, and federal agencies, project stakeholders, and community groups to gain consensus and approvals as required.
• Participate on new business proposals with technical and marketing teams.
• Manage, mentor, and train junior and mid-level staff.

Qualifications

Minimum

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Civil, Water Resources or Coastal Engineering + 6 Years of Experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex consulting engineering projects, minimum $5M fee, including leading technical teams and coordinating with clients.
• Experience in conceptual, preliminary, and final design development, as well as construction, including drawings, specifications, cost estimating, and scheduling.
• PE in NY and/or NJ or ability to acquire within 6 months of hire.

Preferred

Qualifications

• 10+ years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Experience with resilient and/or climate adaptation planning and design, climate hazard/risk assessments and/or water resources infrastructure projects.
• Other relevant certifications such as CFM or DBIA.
• Experience with business development, strategic planning and/or proposal preparation.
• Experience with federal, state, and local regulatory permitting and stakeholder/community engagement.
• Experience with or oversight of hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) modeling using various software programs such as MIKE-21, InfoWorks, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWMM, etc.
• Strong business acumen, as well as written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment.

Additional Information

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position. 
• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

About AECOM  

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, 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. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work  

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

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