Architectural Project Manager- Sports Venues

AECOM; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an Architectural Project Manager to lead various projects emphasizing Sports, Public Assembly, and Higher Education across locations like Dallas, TX. Responsibilities include managing project lifecycle, scope, schedule, budget, and team engagement.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Engineering with 4+ years of relevant experience. An expected compensation range for this role goes from $120,000 to $150,000, depending on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of related experience in Architecture or Engineering.
• 8+ years of progressively responsible experience leading teams.
• Specific Project Management experience in Sports Venues preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead interdisciplinary projects with a focus on Sports.
• Manage project scope, schedule, and budget across the lifecycle.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Support business development efforts and client engagement.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team-building ability

Organizational skills

Project management

Architecture

Engineering

Quality assurance

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Engineering

Job description

Job Description

AECOM Sports is seeking an Architectural Project Manager based in Kansas City, MO, Los Angeles, CA or Dallas, TX to lead and execute interdisciplinary projects with a focus on Sports, Public Assembly, and Higher Education projects. The role will be responsible for managing scope, schedule, and budget of projects across the project lifecycle—from conceptual studies to full design and construction administration. It includes planning and managing project staffing requirements, reporting project performance, and addressing scope creep, schedule, or quality issues to ensure a successful delivery of assigned projects.

Responsibilities

• Working with interdisciplinary technical leads in coordinated execution of projects in design and construction
• Engaging with team leaders, client contacts, and partner firms
• Reviewing and negotiating contracts and preparing fee proposals
• Managing and leading teams and staff
• Developing strategy, mitigation efforts, proposals, contract review, and leading project teams to execute projects
• Managing and supporting all technical, financial, and client satisfaction areas using established processes and tools
• Supporting business development efforts as required to engage new client opportunities
• Managing teams across business lines
• Managing subconsultant scope, fees, deliverables, and performance
• Coordinating internal resources and third parties/subcontractors for project execution
• Ensuring all projects are delivered on time, within scope and within budget
• Assisting in defining project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders, and ensuring technical feasibility
• Developing and monitoring a detailed project plan to track progress and identify shortfalls in a timely manner
• Managing changes to project scope, schedule and costs to minimize risk
• Measuring project performance using appropriate tools and techniques
• Reporting and escalating to management as needed
• Performing risk management to minimize project risks
• Maintaining project documentation control

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, plus four+ years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 8+ years of progressively responsible experience in Architecture or Engineering leading multidisciplinary teams on business development and project deliverables is strongly preferred.
• 4+ years with specific Project Management related experience in Sports Venues.
• Experience in implementing design quality assurance and quality control activities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated team‑building ability and internal/external networking skills.
• Ability to interact regularly and professionally with senior management and technical staff in other offices on business development and project execution issues.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Proven organizational skills with a proven track record in client satisfaction.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship is not available for this opportunity.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $120,000 to $150,000.

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