Design Phase Manager (Construction)

AECOM; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 205,000; Full time

Job summary

This innovative firm is seeking a Design Phase Manager to lead complex construction projects in Oakland, CA. The role involves managing project scopes, budgets, and timelines while ensuring high-quality outcomes. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project management and a strong ability to lead diverse teams. Join a global team that values collaboration and innovation, and contribute to projects that make a real difference in communities. If you are passionate about infrastructure and want to shape the future, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Options

Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in project management.
• Experience with California Community Colleges and construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex projects ensuring budget and quality standards.
• Lead and coordinate with diverse stakeholder groups.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Communication Skills

Construction Delivery Methods

Bluebeam Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Project Management Software

Bluebeam

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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

AECOM is seeking a Design Phase Manager (Construction) to be based in OAKLAND, CA

• Manages more complex projects that tend to be larger in scope and dollar, thereby increasing the potential for larger change orders and consequences of error.
• May act independently as the IE representative with consulting firms and ensures that the final product reflects the original scope and budget requirements.
• Manages projects which have greater complexity than a Program Manager III.
• Increasing responsibility for leadership of direct reports.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree plus 10 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Must be able to successfully pass client background check

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrate the ability to lead a high preforming team providing collaborative integrated leadership. Candidate to show through past performance and provided references.
• Prior experience managing projects through the Division of the State Architect (DSA) approval process
• Experience with multiple construction delivery methods including Design-Bid-Build, GC-PreQual, Design-Build and Lease-Lease-Back
• DBIA Certificate
• Familiarity with state funding processes and requirements for California Community College construction projects
• Proficiency with Bluebeam including Bluebeam Studio Session for Design Reviews
• Experience managing and conducting workshops with multiple consultants and large, diverse stakeholder groups
• Ability to manage multiple projects and teams simultaneously, ensuring projects are on budget, schedule and delivered with high quality
• Experience with Proposal development is highly desired.
• Prior experience working with California Community Colleges and/or other higher education clients.
• Working with office suite is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Working with project management software is highly preferred.

Additional Information

Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $175,000.00 - $205,000.00.

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 2024. 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.

ReqID: J10125025

Business Line: PPM

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: West

Career Area: Program & Project Management

Work Location Model: On-Site

Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Architecture and Planning, Civil Engineering, and Construction

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