Senior Construction Manager

AECOM; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Senior Data Center Construction Manager to lead complex data center projects from pre-construction through commissioning. The role requires deep construction knowledge, strong leadership, and the ability to coordinate with clients, design teams, and contractors on site.

Base compensation ranges from $170,000 to $200,000 per year, with potential travel up to 90% across the United States.

Qualifications

• BA/BS plus ten years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Leadership experience.
• Fifteen years in Construction.

Responsibilities

• Manage all activities for multiple construction projects from pre-construction through closeout.
• Coordinate construction with client, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Oversee scheduling, milestones, and means-and-methods knowledge.
• Prepare reports and reviews with project teams.
• Provide direction to team and ensure design/budget/schedule adherence.
• Coordinate tests/inspections with GC and authorities.
• Review pay applications and site documentation.

Skills

Leadership experience

Fifteen years in Construction

Ten years of experience

Education

BA/BS

Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, urban planning, construction management or related field

Job description

• Leadership experience.

Company Description

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 Senior Data Center Construction Manager for our Buffalo, NY office.

• Manages all activities associated with assigned projects including but not limited to, pre-construction, design, construction phasing, closeout coordination, occupancy and warranty enforcement for multiple construction projects including new construction and renovation.
• Organizes and coordinates construction activities with the client and client vendors, as well as other stakeholders as needed.
• Understands and has working knowledge of scheduling and critical milestone activities, understands logic of the schedule and basic construction means and methods.
• Plans and organizes reports, reviews documentation from multiple project teams working on projects assigned.
• May provide technical direction and guidance to others as needed as administers client policies, maintains close interface with project team, and ensures all facets of the project are constructed in accordance with design, budget, schedule and quality.
• Coordinate with the General Contractor and ensure Scheduling of all tests and inspections required by the Contract Documents or governmental authorities and arrange for the delivery of test and inspection reports to the OWNER and Architect.
• Review punch list submitted by others and verify that items on the punch list have been completed and corrected prior to recommending substantial completion to the Owner.
• Monitor construction work progress, process field construction documentation (RFI and submittal validation and logging), also provide engineering support and coordination of construction field activities with inspectors.
• Coordinate with the general contractor on required meetings and attend all site-based meetings.
• Coordinate project documentation with Project Controls (cost and schedule) reviewers.
• Review, provide comments and fully approve Pay Applications.
• Review and document condition of any off-site stored materials including gathering all the necessary insurances and bill of sales for Owner supporting pay application review and approval on behalf of the Owner.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, urban planning, construction management or related field.
• Fifteen years in Construction.
• Leadership experience.

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.
• Potential up to 90% travel anywhere in US
• THIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY, AND AECOM INTENDS TO FILL THIS POSITION BY JANUARY 31, 2027.

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.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $170000 to $200000.

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.

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: J10162198

Business Line: PPM

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: East

Career Area: Construction

Work Location Model: On-Site

Compensation: USD 170000 - USD 200000 - yearly