Construction Project Analyst

AECOM; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Construction Project Analyst in Arlington, VA for the Program Management team. You will develop and manage construction schedules using Primavera P6, prepare KPI dashboards in Power BI, and coordinate with stakeholders across the project lifecycle.

You should have a BA/BS with 6+ years of experience (MS preferred), strong communication, and knowledge of earned value and schedule risk mitigation. This is an on-site role with relocation not offered.

Qualifications

• BA/BS plus six years of experience or equivalent education/experience.
• MS in Construction Management or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and maintain construction project schedules in Primavera P6.
• Interpret construction plans and contract documents.
• Assess schedule logic and forecasts for reasonability and correct inconsistencies.
• Develop WBS, Activity Codes, and naming conventions for Activity IDs and Descriptions.
• Develop and review cost-loading and resource loading for schedules.
• Apply scope control, change management, and earned value management.
• Measure schedule progress and monitor critical path activities.
• Identify schedule risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Prepare detailed schedule reports and assist in monthly reports.
• Develop KPI reports and Power BI dashboards to track schedule performance.
• Conduct Time Impact Analysis using impacted-as-planned methodologies.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and present scheduling positions in meetings.

Education

BA/BS degree

MS in Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

Power BI

Microsoft Project

Job description

• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line: PPM
• Work Location Model: On-Site
• Primary Location: US - Arlington, VA - 3101 Wilson Blv
• Compensation: USD 140000 - USD 160000 - yearly

Company Description

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

AECOMis currently seeking a detail-oriented and results-driven Construction Project Analyst to join our Program Management team in Arlington, VA . The ideal candidate will be technically proficient in Primavera P6, possess strong communication skills, and have the ability to manage and convey complex scheduling information effectively across diverse projectteams.

Responsibilities included but not limited to:

• Develop, review, and maintain construction project schedules in Primavera P6.
• Interpret construction plans and contract documents.
• Assess schedule logic and forecasts for reasonability, identifying and correcting any inconsistencies. Identify and thoroughly investigate any variances in project schedules, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting.
• Develop, review and maintain organizational structures including Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and Activity Codes, and naming conventions for Activity ID and Description.
• Develop and review cost-loading and resource loading for construction schedules.
• Apply concepts of scope control, change management, and earned value management.
• Measure project schedule progress and monitor critical path activities.
• Identify schedule risks and provide strategies to mitigate delays.
• Prepare detailed schedule reports and assistin monthly report preparation.
• Develop Key Performance Indicator (KPI) reports and dashboards using Power BI to track and report on schedule performance.
• Utilize schedule layouts and filters to develop custom reports.
• Conduct Time Impact Analysis (TIA) using methodologies such as impacted-as-planned.
• Proactively coordinate with stakeholders, including scheduling meetings, sending reminders, and escalating issues when necessary.
• Clearly explain scheduling positions and issues in formal meetings and/or presentations, ensuring all stakeholders are well-informed.
• Develop PowerPoint presentations with graphics and data visualizations.

Qualifications

• BA/BS plus sixyears of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred Requirements

• MS in Construction Management, Architecture or Civil or related field.
• Previous experience as an owner’s representative.
• At least four (4) years or more of construction, including field experience.
• Knowledge of transportation and general building related scopes of work.
• Experience in developing cost estimates in UNIFORMAT and CSI formats.
• Experience in developing and reviewing construction schedules in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Projects.

Additional Information

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

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

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 2025. 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.