Project Manager V

AECO; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Project Manager / Construction Manager to be based in Los Angeles, CA. This role leads project management activities across budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and construction closeout for complex programs.

The candidate will guide project teams, enforce policies, and liaise with clients while ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery. A strong background in capital programs and California contracting is preferred.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in engineering, construction management, architecture or similar field; 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience managing capital programs and projects (10+ years) incl. planning, design, construction, contract administration.
• Healthcare, government or education facilities design experience (5+ years).
• California public contracting, labor agreements, prevailing wage, DIR, DSA, HCAI experience.
• Additional courses in business, communications, or facilities planning are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project administration from budgeting and scheduling through procurement and closeout.
• Provide guidance to subordinate managers and liaise between AECOM and clients.
• Ensure projects meet design, budget, and schedule goals; manage risks and reporting.
• Coordinate with design teams, users, and stakeholders to capture requirements.
• Support business development and proposal efforts as needed.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Education

BA/BS degree in engineering or related field

Job description

• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line: PPM
• Work Location Model: On-Site
• Primary Location: US - Los Angeles, CA - 300 S Grand A
• Compensation: USD 135,000 - USD 200,000 - 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 seeking aProject Manager / Construction Managerto be based inLos Angeles, CA.

AECOM’s Program Management (PgM) business line is a global leader in delivering complex, large-scale programs across diverse sectors. With a focus on innovation, collaboration, and excellence, PgM provides end-to-end solutions that drive impactful results for clients worldwide. Our expertise spans infrastructure, transportation, energy, water, and urban development, ensuring that every program is executed with precision, efficiency, and sustainability.

• Responsible for the overall management administration to project and assists in establishing project specific objectives and policies.
• Provides management and guidance to subordinate managers, enforces company and project policies, and a primary liaison between AECOM and client interface.
• Oversees and ensures all facets of the project are constructed in accordance with design, budget and schedule through subordinate managers and supervisors.
• Responsible for administering the project from budgeting/schedule stage through procurement and contract closeout. Position has significant profit/loss responsibility for assigned project.
• Collaborates and communicates with a broad community of stakeholders.
• Assists Client with delivery method selection, procurement, contract planning and administration.
• Interfaces and coordinates with the design team from design and through construction, including collaboration with users and stakeholders to translate their requirements.
• Represents the Client in day-to-day project activities to ensure work is accomplished safely, aligned with project goals and criteria, and within budget and schedule, and on time.
• Resolves complex project related issues, disputes, and disagreements
• Provides functional direction over areas of responsibility including project schedules, cost control, quality management and control.
• Manages the plan check and permit process, and construction phase inspections.
• Reviews status and monitors variances of the project management information system relative to scheduling, cost control and other project metrics, and provide project reporting
• Reviews and verifies submitted applications for payment and performs overall fiscal management of multiple projects
• Supports Program Management business development and proposal efforts as needed.
• Manage project teams and staff

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in engineering, construction management, architecture or similar related field preferred and 8+ Years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred Experience:

• 10+ years of experience managing capital programs and projects including building/facilities planning, team procurement, design, construction, contract administration, cost, scheduling and reporting
• 5+ years of experience with healthcare, government and/or education facilities design, planning and construction
• California public contracting, labor agreements, prevailing wage / DIR, DSA, HCAI experience
• Additional courses and training in business administration, public relations, accounting, school finance, personnel management, educational facilities planning, and communication

Preferred Licenses and Certificates:

• A valid Construction Manager (CCM) credential by the Construction Manager Certification Institute (CMCI)
• A valid Project Management Professional certification by the Project Management Institute
• LEED Professional Accreditation

Additional Information

• Sponsorship is not available for this role.

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.