Senior Construction Resident Project Manager

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 a Senior Construction Resident Project Manager to join our Construction Management teams in the New York City Metropolitan area. The selected candidate will support and lead highway and bridge transportation projects, working closely with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams. This role offers the opportunity to oversee project delivery, ensuring work is completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and safety standards while contributing to critical infrastructure improvements across the region.

Position Responsibilities:

• Provide oversight of the field staff and operations during the project construction phase including preparation of inspector's daily work schedules, ensuring site safety monitoring, technical oversight, quality of construction, and Client satisfaction
• Accountable for the planning, coordination and inspection and construction management activities and assignments of all direct reporting staff to ensure efficient utilization of staffing. Ability to balance work in the project office with the senior management team and also provide supervision of the field inspection teams working nights and weekends
• Interface with contractors to ensure coordination of construction activities and to meet aggressive project schedules
• Assessing and resolving constructability challenges on-site, providing practical solutions to contractors and construction inspectors
• Act as a primary point of contact for PM/CM related work with NYSDOT, and NYCDOT in NYC, helping to assure delivery and grow new business
• Direct and manages subordinate managers, enforce company and project policies, and be a primary liaison between AECOM and client interfaces
• Overall responsibility and management of projects will include managing budget through construction and contract closeout
• Develop and implement project-specific quality control plans to ensure compliance with contract specifications and industry standards
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to identify potential issues and implement corrective actions proactively
• Prepare and present comprehensive project status reports, including progress updates, risk assessments, and financial forecasts to senior management and clients
• Collaborate with design teams to review and provide constructability input on project plans and specifications
• Manage and mitigate project risks through proactive identification, analysis, and implementation of risk response strategies
• Ensure compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal regulations, as well as environmental and sustainability requirements
• Mentor and develop junior staff members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the team
• Participate in business development activities, including proposal preparation and client presentations, to support the growth of AECOM's Construction Management practice in the region

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree plus 10 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Due to the projects associated with this position a US Citizenship is required
• Transit and Transportation Experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent written communications and presentation abilities in internal project settings with, the senior management team, external project stakeholders including senior client management leadership
• Knowledge and experience in performing inspection and resident engineering activities on large scale NYSDOT or NYCDOT highway bridge related projects or MTA Transit projects, and construction site safety standards and operations requirements
• Experienced in reviewing and validating contractor change order requests against contract requirements, negotiating cost and schedule impacts, and preparing recommendations for the Construction Manager and Program Manager
• Excellent interpersonal skills, staff supervision, strong negotiation skills and conflict resolution abilities. At least 10 years of experience in resident engineering, construction management, project management, engineering and related fields is preferred

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

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.