Structural Engineering Project Manager

AECOM; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Structural Engineering Project Manager, where you will lead transformative water infrastructure projects in Chicago. This role offers the opportunity to manage a $3.9 billion Capital Improvement Program, making a significant impact on the community. You will utilize your expertise to oversee project development, ensure compliance with engineering standards, and collaborate with diverse teams. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, this role is perfect for those looking to make a lasting difference in infrastructure and community services. Embrace the chance to grow your career while shaping the future of urban water management.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Flexible work options

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in structural engineering and project management.
• Professional Engineering license (SE) in Illinois or ability to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and delivery of capital improvement plans for water facilities.
• Provide technical oversight and prepare engineering calculations and specifications.
• Manage project teams and monitor compliance with schedule and budget.

Skills

Structural Engineering

Project Management

Client Interaction

Public Speaking

Financial Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering

Professional Engineering license (SE)

Job description

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

AECOM is seeking a Structural Engineering Project Manager to support a five-year, $3.9 billion Capital Improvement Program (CIP) to improve Chicago’s water services. AECOM is the world’s premier infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for generations to come. We work with a wide variety of clients planning, designing, and managing the construction of large- and small-scale water, wastewater, and conveyance projects for federal, state, and municipal agencies and private industry clients.

A highly qualified candidate would be an Engineer with a Professional Structural Engineer (SE) license who has led and supported large capital improvement programs. Experience with managing large and complex water and other municipal infrastructure projects is preferred.

The Facilities Engineering Project Manager will represent the Chicago Department of Water Management (DWM) with oversight to various service providers in completing a range of CIP projects that include planning, designing, and construction oversight.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

1. Serve as the Project Manager with structural engineering expertise responsible for the development and delivery of the capital improvement plan for major water system facilities that include water purification plants; intake structures; pumping stations; reservoirs; hydraulic structures; buildings/structure and large conveyance for raw and finished water supply tunnels. Lead the Structural task with the layout and design of water facilities described above.
2. Provide structural engineering technical oversight for implementation of projects. Independently prepare engineering related calculations. Develop structural technical specifications, plans, and details.
3. Verify compliance with applicable codes and engineering standards/ practices. As necessary, modifies established guidelines, devises new approaches, applies existing criteria in new ways and draws conclusions from comparative situations.
4. Coordinates and participates in project presentations to DWM and other external groups.
5. Leads conceptual project development and, RFQ preparation and participate in, design consultant selection, and the negotiation of final scope and fee for various assignments.
6. Coordinates and participates in contract negotiations with design and construction management consultants to finalize project assignments.
7. Manage project teams and monitors consultants’ compliance with contractual commitments.
8. Monitors/manages project production for compliance with schedule, budget, and quality objectives.
9. Supervises technical professionals and other project managers including workload and staffing management.
10. Monitors and reports financial and completion status of projects to client.
11. Performs such other duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

1. Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering and 6+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
2. Professional Engineering license (SE) in Illinois or the ability to obtain one within first 6 months of employment.
3. This role is subject to a background and MVR check.

Preferred Qualifications

1. 20 years of progressive experience in Water/Wastewater Facilities as an engineer and project manager.
2. Experience working on municipal projects.
3. Candidates must have proven interpersonal skills, including client interaction, public speaking, and persuasive ability; strong project financial management along with ability to lead diverse, multi-disciplined teams.
4. Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.

Additional Information

Relocation assistance is not available for this role.

Sponsorship is not offered for this role.

Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $150,000.00 - $190,000.00.

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 2024. 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: J10125249

Business Line: Water

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: West

Career Area: Program & Project Management

Work Location Model: On-Site

Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc