Construction Project Manager

AECOM; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM Technical Services, Inc. seeks a Construction Project Manager in San Diego, CA.

Support project management, provide direction, issue contract changes, manage schedule and budget, and coordinate with design teams to deliver the project on time. Strong experience in construction documentation and closeout is expected for this role.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in Construction Engineering and Management, Construction Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Alternatively, a Bachelor's degree in the same fields with 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with engineering documentation, client interface, and project administration is expected.

Responsibilities

• Support overall project management and administration and help establish project objectives.
• Provide technical direction, enforce policies, maintain client interface, and ensure design, budget, and schedule alignment.
• Issue changes to contracts and assess impact on progress.
• Identify schedule and quality issues and take corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Senior Project Manager and design team to clarify intent.
• Produce deliverables on time and within budget.
• Process RFIs, track items, and maintain logs.
• Prepare and maintain punch lists and coordinate with the owner.
• Oversee final inspections and project closeout documentation.
• Coordinate document control and close-out activities, including as-builts and warranties.

Skills

MS Office Suite

AutoCAD

BIM 360

Revit

Construction inspection

Field documentation

Meeting minutes

Punch list

Education

Master's degree in Construction Engineering and Management, Construction Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering, or related field

Bachelor's degree in Construction Engineering and Management, Construction Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering, or related field with 2 years of experience

Tools

SharePoint

MS Office

AutoCAD

BIM 360

Revit

Job description

• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line: Water
• Work Location Model: On-Site
• Primary Location: US - San Diego, CA - 401 West A Stre
• Compensation: USD 111,530 - USD 158,498 - 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 nearly 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 Technical Services, Inc. is seeking a Construction Project Manager in San Diego, CA.

• Support overall project management and administration and assist in establishing project-specific objectives.
• Provide technical direction and guidance to subordinate managers, enforce company and project policies, maintain close client interface, and ensure all facets of the project are constructed in accordance with design, budget, and schedule.
• Issue all engineering or client-initiated changes or clarifications of the contract documents to the contractor and decide as to the magnitude and impact of the same on the progression of work.
• Identify potential and actual problems in the Contractor’s construction schedule, performance/quality of work, and take actions as necessary to mitigate, correct, or resolve them.
• Work closely with the Senior Project Manager.
• Produce deliverables on time and within budget.
• Work with the design team to clarify design intent.
• Process all requests for information during construction, track open items, and maintain daily logs.
• Prepare and maintain the project punch list, track and verify progress.
• Coordinate the punch list activities with the owner.
• Serve in oversight of final inspections and final determination as to the completeness and acceptability of the work.
• Coordinate all incoming and outgoing documents, ensuring they are received and retained in Document Control.
• Provide close-out support, including receiving as-built documentation, warranties, training, attic stock, and other required documentation.

Qualifications

Candidates must have a Master's degree in Construction Engineering and Management, Construction Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related field of study and0 years of experience as a Construction Engineer, Civil Engineer, or in a related occupation.

Alternatively, the employer will accept a Bachelor's degree in Construction Engineering and Management, Construction Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering, or a related field of study with 2 years of experience as a Construction Engineer, Civil Engineer, or in a related occupation.

Experience and skills can be gained in pursuit of a university-level degree via coursework, projects, or internships. Skills may be gained concurrently. Position requires experience in the following:

• MS Office Suite, including SharePoint
• AutoCAD
• BIM 360
• Revit
• Construction inspection, testing, and field documentation
• Meeting agenda and minutes development
• Punch list preparation and closeout

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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.