Assistant Project Manager

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Job Description

AECOM is actively seeking a creative, highly talented construction program management professional to join PgM East Team, for immediate employment in AECOM?s Assistant Project Manager (APM) development program. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in program management while working closely with seasoned consultants. The successful candidate will embark on a two-year cycle to become familiar with the services provided by the PgM Team while contributing to real projects and pursuits in the DC Metro region. Once they have become familiar with each of the methods AECOM serves clients, they will be assigned to a large project PM delivery team.

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

Become familiar with the commissioning services provided and assist the team with testing and deliverables

Work with the cost estimating team on quantity takeoff and change order pricing review

Assist with program improvement, including SOP and PMIS support

Assist in maintaining project documentation, including contracts, change orders, and permits

Exposure to field engineering and layout

Monitor project progress and report updates to the project team, including baseline schedule development and updates

Assist in the planning and coordination of construction projects from inception to completion

Support project managers in preparing budgets, schedules, and work plans

Conduct site visits to oversee work and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards

Help identify and resolve potential project challenges or delays

Maintain knowledge of industry best practices, regulations, and safety procedures

Maintain consistent and clear communications with project stakeholders

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

BA/BS in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field + None or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

Ability to work at the Client?s site or travel as needed

Familiarity with project management software (e.g., Kahua, Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, Primavera 6)

Preferred Qualifications

Basic understanding of the full project lifecycle and construction means, methods, and sequences

Ability to manage work requests on multiple projects at the same time, strong organizational and multitasking skills

Basic understanding of contract requirements and engineering drawings

Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing

Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to use Microsoft Office Products Word, Excel, and PowerPoint software

0-2 years of relevant experience in construction or project management (internships or co-op experience is preferred)Graduate-level degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture

EIT, CMIT, or equivalent level industry certification

Prior field project engineering experience

Prior experience in new building construction and renovation projects

Ability to use Microsoft Project or Primavera P6 and Bluebeam

Additional Information

Sponsorship is available for this position

Relocation is not available for this position

Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $72,300.00 - $133,810.00.

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, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle ? from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We're the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we're in this together ? your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you'll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm ? access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person?s potential, and we?ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10124691

Business Line: PPM

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: East

Career Area: Program & Project Management

Work Location Model: On-Site

Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc