Head of Project Management / Construction Management

About the job

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. 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. Job Description AECOM is seeking the Head of Project Management / Construction Management will be responsible for leading and managing multiple large-scale projects across diverse sectors, ensuring timely delivery, cost efficiency, and quality standards. This role requires strong leadership, client engagement, and technical expertise in project planning and execution. Experience in the semiconductor industry and data center projects will be considered an added advantage. Responsibilities: Leadership & Team Management: • Build and lead a high‑performing PM/CM organization delivering multiple concurrent projects across sectors. • Own resource planning, competency development, succession planning, and performance management (KPIs, QA/QC, governance). • Mentor Project Directors/Managers, Planners, and Construction Managers; instill a culture of safety, integrity, and accountability. • Implement PMO frameworks, stage‑gates, and lessons‑learned for continuous improvement. • Coordinate seamlessly with Cost, Design, and Advisory teams to ensure integrated delivery. Client Management: • Act as the senior client interface, driving engagement strategy, satisfaction targets, and account growth. • Lead steering committee and progress meetings; manage expectations, scope, approvals, and change proactively. • Resolve issues and disputes through transparent reporting and solution‑oriented communication. • Build long‑term relationships that position AECOM as partner of choice. Project Delivery: • Lead end‑to‑end PM/CM from initiation to closeout: charter, WBS, schedule baselines, critical path, EV analysis, risk & contingency, and reporting. • Direct construction delivery: site mobilization, HSE oversight, quality assurance, inspections, commissioning, and handover. • Define procurement strategies (EPC, Design‑Build, traditional); lead tendering, bid evaluation, negotiations, and contract awards. Technical Expertise: • Proficient in Planning & Scheduling using Primavera P6 (and MS Project); strong command of WBS, baselines, CPM, EV, and schedule risk.

Requirements

• Project Management
• Construction Management
• Client Management
• Leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering / construction management / project management
• 20+ years of progressive experience in Project Management

Preferred Technologies

• Project Management
• Construction Management
• Client Management
• Leadership

About the company

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.