About the Role
AECOM seeks a Project Manager to oversee project performance, achieve KPIs, and manage client relationships within the Environmental business line. This role requires interfacing with clients, supporting business development, and leading remediation strategies for a portfolio of sites.
Responsibilities
- Manages projects, directs data analysis and reporting for specific environmental project tasks and guide site remediation strategies bringing sites to closure
- Collaborates and participate in technical discussions with project team members
- Adheres to AECOM’s Quality Management System (QMS) in execution of projects and portfolios
- Interacts with various state agencies to develop favorable risk-based remediation goals
- Develops and maintains communication channels with clients, stake holders, and internal project teams
- Develops and formulate solutions to client problems/issues
- Participates in project reviews of major program/project dashboards/deep dives to identify issues and improve performance
- Embraces workflow optimization and adoption of digital tools
- Actively integrates global resources into project delivery and manages the change associated with this transition
- Organically grow current portfolios through exceptional project delivery and client relationships
- Drive business performance and the attainment and exceedance of internal KPIs
- Assist Program Manager to maintain departmental compliance with Business Line Pricing guidance and DOA approval framework
- Assist Program Manager to ensure the accuracy of the department’s sales pipeline data
- Participate in proposal development to support business growth
- Acts as a point of escalation for project issues and makes recommendations to improve performance
- Builds, maintains, and facilitates trusting relationships with key contacts across the depth and breadth of client organizations
- Directs and coordinates work assignments and review performance to ensure the efficient, cost-effective utilization of staff
- Promotes health and safety stewardship, including performing local field visit
Requirements
- BA/BS within any Engineering, Business, Environmental Science Fields of study, and (4) four years of relevant work experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
- Ability to travel for on-site meetings and to develop client relationships
- Valid Driver's License, subject to a pre-employment Motor Vehicle Record Screening as well as background check.
- US citizenship or permanent residency is required.
- Sponsorship at this time or in the future will not be available for this role.
Skills
- Verifiable experience in technical roles performing and managing investigation/cleanup of contaminants of concern
- 10+ years overall professional experience
- PG or PE preferred
- Verifiable experience in prominent roles performing and managing investigation/remediation of chemical / industrial / refining sites
- Previous leadership and/or management experience
- Ability to influence others and move toward a common vision or goal
- Master's Degree a plus in Geology, Engineering, Science or related field
- Excellent client management skills
- Detail oriented with strong organizational and communication skills (both verbal and written)
- Superior communication skills (writing, editing, and reporting) for a wide variety of audiences.
- Experience in team management and scheduling of staff and resources to ensure on time and on budget project delivery
- Experience preparing proposals, cost estimates, schedules, and change orders
- Strong project management skills and a strategic perspective
- Excellent business analytics and organizational skills preferable
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Strong understanding and has led professional teams in executing Site Investigations, Remedial Investigations, Feasibility Studies, Risk Assessment, and Treatability Studies
Location
- US - Oakland, CA - 300 Lakeside Drive
- Northern California
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- 4 years of relevant work experience
- 10+ years overall professional experience
Education Level
- BA/BS within any Engineering, Business, Environmental Science Fields of study
- PG or PE preferred
- Master's Degree a plus in Geology, Engineering, Science or related field
Salary/Compensations
- USD 110000 - USD 130000 - yearly
Benefits
- 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
- employee stock purchase plan
About the Company
- 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 2025.
- 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.
Equal 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.
