Project Manager-Architecture and Engineering

AECOM; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Project Manager-Architecture and Engineering to lead diverse design and construction projects from San Francisco/Oakland in a hybrid role. The candidate will manage scopes, fees, interdisciplinary teams, and client relationships while ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery.

Ideal candidates will have a BA/BS in Engineering, 2+ years in A/E, and a Licensed PE. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills are essential in this fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Engineering from an accredited university with +2 years of relevant experience in the A/E field or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Licensed PE is preferred; Civil Engineering background is common but other engineering or architecture backgrounds are acceptable with multidisciplinary understanding.
• Leadership and communication skills to coordinate multi-discipline teams.
• Accountable and self-driven to complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and coordinate with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Acting as a point of contact with a client.
• Preparing scope and fee proposals for mulit-discipline projects.
• Directing professional and technical staff to complete a wide variety of architectural and engineering projects.
• Coordinating internal resources and third parties/subcontractors for execution of projects.
• Ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope and within budget while meeting client expectations with high quality.
• Developing and monitoring a detailed project plan and schedule to track progress and identify shortfalls in a timely manner.
• Managing with change management.
• Preparing, coordinating and facilitating project meetings; maintaining the agenda and minutes.
• Tracking and managing finances on projects.
• Leading and supporting projects through the full lifecycle from identification to closeout for development to Project Manager Role.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Budget management

Schedule management

Change management

Meeting facilitation

Client coordination

Detail oriented

Education

BA/BS in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE)

Job description

Project Manager-Architecture and Engineering

• Full-time
• State/Province: California
• Business Group: DCS
• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line: B&P - Buildings & Places
• Work Location Model: Hybrid
• Primary Location: US - San Francisco, CA - 100 Pine St
• Compensation: USD 115,000 - USD 145,000 - yearly

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AECOM’s Buildings + Places practice is actively seeking a Project Manager to support active and future projects for growing practiceThis position will be located in a hybrid capacity in our San Francisco or Oakland, CA office.

Job Summary

Responsibilities include but are not limited:

AECOM is seeking an ambitious individual interested in managing projects as well as supporting other Project Managers within the practice. In aiding current project manager, the goal is to learn clients with the goal to take over clients and programs in the future. This opportunity would support new and exciting small to medium sized projects or participate on a management team for larger more complex projects. The position includes working with interdisciplinary technical leads to coordinate the successful capture and execution of projects in design and construction. Responsibilities include:

• Acting as a point of contact with a client.
• Preparing scope and fee proposals for mulit-discipline projects
• Directing professional and technical staff to complete a wide variety of architectural and engineering projects.
• Coordinating internal resources and third parties/subcontractors for execution of projects.
• Ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope and within budget while meeting client expectations with high quality.
• Developing and monitoring a detailed project plan and schedule to track progress and identify shortfalls in a timely manner.
• Managing with change management.
• Preparing, coordinating and facilitating project meetings. Preparing and maintaining the agenda with associated meeting minutes.
• Tracking and managing finances on projects.
• Leading and supporting projects through the full lifecycle of the project from identification to capture, execution, construction and closeout for development to Project Manager Role.
• BA/BS in Engineering from an accredited university with +2 years of relevant experience in the A/E field or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

Preferred Qualifications:

• 6+ years of related experience in the A/E consulting industry, with experiencing managing clients or projects.
• Civil Engineering background is preferred, but other engineering or architecture background is acceptable provide there is a good understanding of other disciplines.
• Licensed PE
• Experience working on A/E Design projects as a technical person or coordinator for Federal Projects such as DOD, NPS, or DOE, or for Municipal based projects.
• Leadership and communication skills to coordinate multi-discipline teams
• Accountable and self-driven to complete tasks with minimal supervision
• Ability to know which decisions to make or which ones to seek guidance on
• Ability to work in Fast-paced environment and Coordinate with multiple stakeholders
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
• Superior communication, writing, editing, and reporting skills for a wide variety of audiences
• Sponsorship is not available now or in the future 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.

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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.

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