Design Manager - Multidisciplinary

AECOM is seeking a Design Manager - Multidisciplinary to be based in South Africa's Enterprise Capabilities office in Durban. This position will support a team locally based in South Africa and Global Teams. As a part of AECOM's culture, it offers a flexible hybrid work arrangement which accommodates both office and out-of-office work schedules.

About Enterprise Capabilities

Fundamental to our Think and Act Globally strategy and digital adoption, Enterprise Capabilities (EC) is AECOM’s primary vehicle for workshare. Operating across geographic boundaries and time-zones, EC partners with regional and Global Business Line project teams to provide technical expertise, accelerate delivery and keep AECOM competitive in the industry. 

With a team of over 3000 technical professionals located across nine countries and remote technical anchors, EC teams are trusted to deliver high-quality, specialist services that help to fill capability gaps, resourcing needs and technical constraints on projects of all scopes and sizes.  

Start here. Grow here.

Here is what you will be doing:

Team Management:

- Supports the Senior Project Managers, Technical and Associate Directors with implementing the overall strategic goals

- Supervises groups of Assistant Project Managers and coordinates their activities

- Ensures that project teams under their supervision comply with project execution, project management and BIM management plans throughout the project delivery process

- Engages with other project teams, with related expertise, to confirm project approach and review deliverables

- Provides input to the development of the budget and schedule, to meet requirements

- May be required to participate in recruitment activities

- Supports with performance reviews of the staff within the team

- Able to monitor and track the budget on their projects

Technical Excellence:

- Provides specialised input to studies within their specific area of expertise

- Works autonomously within established procedures and practices, with latitude to determine work priorities

- Resolves issues or problems concerning conflicting requirements or complex coordination

- Independently evaluates, selects and applies standard industry techniques to execute work assignments

- Identifies and develops new processes that lead to improved efficiency or work quality

- Liaises with authorities to obtain permits and approvals

- Supports the team on complex projects by appointing the right resources and implementing budget control

- Assists with bids

Project Management:

- Acts as Project Manager on small to medium sized uncomplicated projects or a range of smaller projects

- Has a good understanding of project delivery requirements and is well versed with AECOM’s project delivery procedures

- Is well versed in the use of Earned Value Management (EVM) to assess progress

Client Relationship Management:

- Supports business development and selling initiatives to expand work assignments, including managing client relationships and expectations

- Participates in the development of bids and proposals

- Leads communication with clients to discuss work scope, requests information to support project execution and receives client comments on draft work products

- Presents to clients, senior leadership and other project stakeholders to demonstrate progress

Interdisciplinary Coordination:

- Responsible to coordinate with the other disciplines

Here is what we are looking for: 

- Honours degree in built environment field of study with a minimum of four (4) years' relevant post-graduate experience

- B-Tech degree in built environment field of study with a minimum of five (5) years’ relevant post-graduate experience

- National Higher Diploma in built environment field of study with a minimum of six (6) years’ relevant post-graduate experience

- National Diploma in built environment field of study with a minimum of seven (7) years’ relevant post-graduate experience

- Tertiary qualification in Project Management related field of study, such as procurement, quantity surveying, engineering, architecture, planning, contracting, etc with a minimum of five (5) years' relevant post-graduate experience

Required:

- Registration as Candidate with SACPCMP (PrCPM), OR

- Certification as CAPM with PMI

At AECOM, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity

At AECOM, our Freedom to Grow philosophy supports flexibility and balance to help our people thrive. As part of this approach, we ask all hybrid employees to work from an AECOM office at least three days per week.

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.