Project Leader / Construction Manager

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.

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.

AECOM Buildings + Places is seeking an Architectural Project / Construction Manager to join our team. This position is based out of our Kitchener, London or Mississauga, ON offices with opportunities for remote / hybrid work permitted, and travel to site meetings expected 10 - 20% of the time. Develop strong client relationships and lead projects from beginning to end, to achieve our client’s goals and objectives

Lead program and project planning, scheduling and budgeting, consultant tendering and selection, operational readiness planning, and contract administration efforts

Regularly report to the client on project status by means of schedule updates, meeting minutes, financial records and other reports

Manage project staff allocated to your projects, peer reviewing their deliverables and continuously developing their knowledge and capabilities

Manage project budgets and finances and complete monthly invoices and financial reporting as required.

Chair client, project and site meetings, find resolution to issues and coordinate between multiple stakeholders

Provide oversight and leadership to the change management process, payment certificates and other contract or project related administrative documents

Ensure that client expectations and satisfaction are met or exceeded on all projects and the client’s best interests are represented with respect to contractual and technical issues

Select and organize project teams and establish levels of authority and lines of communication

Manages portfolio of clients with multiple projects with varying levels of complexity.

Typically manages projects involving RTF (Risk Triggering Factors).

Has decision-making authority and directs others in recognizing risk and uncertainty with plans to mitigate and eliminate risks. Directs staff to operate and minimize exposure to claims.

Supervises and directs multiple project teams to exceed client and financial expectations.

University Degree in relevant field of study + no less than six (6) years of relevant experience in project management, delivering new build and capital improvement projects.

MBA, PMP designation and LEED AP accreditation is an asset

Ten (10) + years of experience in project management role + Architectural experience, delivering new build and capital improvement projects.

Depth of knowledge in program and project planning, scheduling and budgeting, interior and base building construction techniques, operational readiness, and contract administration

Excellent written and verbal communication (French and English) and presentation skills

Strong computer skills, including a working knowledge of scheduling (MS Project), word processing (Word) and spreadsheet (Excel) software applications

Relocation is not available for this position.

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.

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. 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. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role.