Job: Senior Project Manager (DoD), Architecture- Orange

Jobing Description

Requisition/Vacancy No. 56360BR
Position Title Senior Project Manager (DoD), Architecture- Orange
Job Category Program and Project Management
Business Line Architecture
Office Region USA - West
Office Location US - Orange, CA
Why Choose AECOM? AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets, including transportation, facilities, environmental, energy, water and government. With approximately 52,000 employees around the world, AECOM is a leader in all of the key markets that it serves. AECOM provides a blend of global reach, local knowledge, innovation, and technical excellence in delivering solutions that create, enhance and sustain the world's built, natural, and social environments. A Fortune 500 company, AECOM serves clients in more than 100 countries and had revenue of $7.0 billion during the 12 months ended Dec. 31, 2010. More information on AECOM and its services can be found at www.aecom.com.
About the Business Line Architecture
We help shape the world around us from high-rise buildings to educational, cultural, research and transportation facilities. Our design process is based on energy-efficient building systems, and appropriate selection of materials and form to maximize environmental conditions and long-term performance.
Job Description
Strategic Duties and Responsibilities:

Assessment of the DoD market in the west in partnership with AECOM business development personnel and jointly identify key pursuits.

Work with AECOM management to identify and team with key General Contractors for specific design build pursuits identified above

Actively engage potential clients through attendance of trade functions such as SAME, as well as visits to bases and installations.

Develop teams to support and encourage innovative cost saving solutions for key facility designs in partnership with General Contractor teaming partners.

Understand capabilities of the home office and other offices within the region to and foster a collaborative approach to projects as appropriate to delivery the best services to the client.

Tactical Duties & Responsibilities: May include but not limited to the following:

Experience in Design Build delivery methods preferred as this is common in DoD

Accountable for the development, coordination, and execution of the design activities and personnel under his/her direction on a day-to-day basis

Establish scope, work plan and work schedule and ensure this is communicated to project staff and department manager

Maintain action plan

Must have a thorough understanding of the responsibilities to both the Company and the clients as set forth by the contractual agreements

Develop, implement and administer operational procedures, controls and administrative systems necessary to meet contractual obligations

Ensure that projects are conducted within budget and on schedule

Interface with clients on schedules, meetings and issues

Advise senior management of the projects status on a regular basis

Anticipate potential schedule or priority delays and initiate plans for alternative actions

Monitor performance vs. budget and develop strategies for corrections before overruns occur

Train, mentor and develop staff

Close out project

Ensure that QA/QC procedures are being implemented and followed at all phases of a project in accordance with AECOM s Quality Assurance Program procedures

Maximize profit while minimizing risk

Education:

Bachelor s degree in related subject or equivalent experience.

Registration or licensing required if applicable to type of work

Experience:

Incumbent generally has over 15 years of related experience including over 7 years in a supervisory role. Incumbent generally has managed very complex projects.

Supervisory Skills:

Provides direction and guidance to staff members of varied functions. Should provide guidance to and management of sub-consultants.

Scope of Responsibility:

Decisions made with understanding of procedures, company policies, and business practices to achieve general results and deadlines.

Responsible for setting work unit and/or project deadlines.

Other Skills & Abilities:

Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills

Strong technical skills

Knowledge of computer systems and their application

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Responsive to changing demands

Strong leadership and team-building skills

Strong initiative

Ability to work under pressure

Specific attributes for position in Orange Office:

Design-Build experience

DoD and/or Corrections experience

Proven capability in engineering project management

Experience with technically unusual projects

What We Offer AECOM employees around the world enjoy a wide range of benefits and competitive compensation package. AECOM is much more than just a place to work. It's a place where you can put your innovative thinking and business skills into high gear and work alongside other highly intelligent and motivated people. It's a place where you can apply your skills to some of the world's most challenging, interesting, and meaningful projects world wide. It's a place that values the diversity of our areas of practice and our people. It's what makes AECOM a great place to work and grow. AECOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer.