Senior Tunnel Construction Project Manager

Aecom2; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Join AECOM's tunneling team in Austin, TX, as Senior Tunnel Construction Project Manager. You will lead complex tunnel and pump station sites, coordinate with stakeholders, and drive delivery across budget and schedule in a hybrid work setup.

You will oversee the project lifecycle from pre-construction budgeting through closeout, ensuring strict adherence to design, safety, and quality standards while maintaining strong client relationships and team leadership.

Qualifications

• BA/BS + 10 years of relevant experience or equivalent.
• Registered professional engineer in Texas (preferred).
• Extensive tunnel and pump station construction experience preferred.
• Experience managing projects with large construction costs and client interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Directs and manages the entire project, guiding subordinate managers and liaising with the client.
• Delivers project scope in line with design, budget and schedule.
• Oversees lifecycle from pre-construction budgeting to contract closeout.
• Maintains primary fiscal responsibility and client liaison for the project.

Skills

Project management

Client liaison

Budget management

Risk management

Team leadership

Communication

Education

BA/BS + 10 years experience

Registered professional engineer (Texas)

Tools

Texas DOT specs knowledge

AASHTOWare Project knowledge

Job description

Join AECOM's dynamic tunneling team as a Senior Tunnel Construction Project Manager in our Austin, Texas office. This role offers exceptional opportunities for technical leadership, client engagement, and career advancement within one of the world's leading infrastructure consulting firms. The position offers a hybrid work model.

Responsibilities

• Directs and manages the entire project, provides guidance to subordinate managers, enforces company and project policies, and serves as a primary liaison between AECOM and client.
• Accountable for delivering all facets of the constructed project in accordance with design, budget and schedule.
• Overall management of construction project life cycle including but not limited to pre-construction budgeting/schedule stage, procurement, facility start-up and operation, and contract closeout.
• Position has primary fiscal responsibility and key liaison between client for assigned project.

Minimum Requirement

• BA/BS + 10 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred Requirements

• Registered professional engineer in the State of Texas.
• 10+ years experience in Tunnel and Pump Station Construction.
• 15+ years' experience in Tunnel and Pump Station Construction.
• 5+ years' experience in managing the entire project including direct client interface.
• Project Manager for projects with construction costs exceeding $500 million USD including employee management of a diverse pool of professionals.
• Extensive knowledge of Texas DOT standard specifications.
• Some knowledge of AASHTOWare Project - Construction & Materials.
• Extensive knowledge of budget management and risks for the client and AECOM.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity serious. 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
• 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.