Senior Construction Manager

AECOM; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 170,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Senior Data Center Construction Manager for our Buffalo, NY office. You will oversee all phases of multiple data-center construction projects, from pre-construction through occupancy, coordinating with clients, vendors, and inspectors to ensure quality and on-time delivery.

The role requires extensive construction management experience, leadership capabilities, and willingness to relocate. Travel may be up to 90% across the US; sponsorship for US employment is not available.

Qualifications

• BA/BS plus ten years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, urban planning, construction management or related field preferred.
• Fifteen years in Construction is preferred.
• Leadership experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages all activities for assigned projects including pre-construction, design, construction phasing, closeout coordination, occupancy and warranty enforcement for multiple projects.
• Coordinates construction activities with the client, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Understands scheduling and critical milestones; has working knowledge of schedules and construction means.
• Plans and organizes reports; reviews documentation from multiple project teams.
• Provides technical direction and guidance; ensures adherence to design, budget, schedule and quality.
• Coordinates with General Contractor to schedule tests and inspections and delivers reports to Owner and Architect.
• Reviews punch lists and verifies completion before substantial completion.
• Monitors progress; processes field documentation and provides coordination with inspectors.
• Coordinates project documentation with Project Controls reviewers.
• Reviews, comments and approves Pay Applications.
• Reviews and documents condition of off-site stored materials and gathers insurances and bills of sale.

Skills

Leadership experience

Construction management

Education

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

BA/BS degree with 10+ years experience or equivalent

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.

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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.

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Job Description

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

Job responsibilities include and are not limited to the following:

• 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.
• Must be open to relocate
• 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.

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.

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