Architectural Project Manager- Sports Venues

AECOM; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an Architectural Project Manager in the Los Angeles area to lead interdisciplinary projects in Sports, Public Assembly, and Higher Education. The role manages scope, schedule, and budget across the project lifecycle, directing staffing, performance reporting, and risk mitigation.

You will review contracts, prepare fee proposals, and coordinate with client contacts, partner firms, and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Engineering required.
• 4+ years of related experience; equivalency accepted.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage project staffing and report performance.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate subconsultants.
• Review contracts and prepare fee proposals.
• Develop detailed project plans and monitor scope, schedule, and budget.
• Manage risk and ensure on-time delivery.
• Support business development with new client opportunities.
• Coordinate internal resources and subcontractors for project execution.
• Maintain project documentation and reporting.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Business development

Quality assurance

Client communication

Risk management

Contract review

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 Angles, 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.

• Plan and manage project staffing requirements, report project performance, and identify and address scope creep, schedule, or quality issues.
• Engage with interdisciplinary technical leads, team leaders, client contacts, and partner firms.
• Review and negotiate contracts and prepare fee proposals.
• Manage and lead teams and staff across business lines, subconsultants, and third parties.
• Develop strategy, mitigation efforts, proposals, and contract reviews, leading project teams to execute projects.
• Support business development efforts to engage new client opportunities.
• Coordinate internal resources and subcontractors for execution of projects.
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on‑time, within scope, and within budget.
• Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders, and ensuring technical feasibility.
• Develop and monitor a detailed project plan to track progress and identify shortfalls.
• Manage changes to the project scope, schedule, and costs to minimize risk.
• Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Report and escape to management as needed.
• Perform risk management to minimize project risks.
• Maintain project documentation control.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• 8+ years of progressively responsible experience in Architecture or Engineering leading multidisciplinary teams on business development and project deliverables.
• 4+ years with specific Project Management experience in Sports Venues.
• Experience in implementing design quality assurance and quality control activities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, 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.

All newly hired employees are required to attend an in‑person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

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