Project Manager III

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AECOM has an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager III to join our team based in Honolulu, Hawaii. You will work with a diverse team of technical leaders delivering services to key clients. The successful candidate will assume leadership roles on projects and will develop strong relationships with the team and with clients to enable the pursuit of new opportunities. The successful candidate will have the ability to communicate effectively with members of the project team, clients, site personnel and office management, and work both independently and as part of a project team. The successful candidate will be committed to the team’s success and growth; will rigorously apply safety policies and procedures; will manage the technical, cost and schedule elements of project delivery; and will effectively manage the quality of efforts and project deliverables within the bounds of the AECOM Quality Management System.

 

Job Summary/Responsibilities:

The role will be responsible for managing the scope, schedule, and budget of small to large-scale design-focused projects across the project lifecycle - from conceptual studies to full design and construction administration. Responsible for planning and managing project staffing requirements, reporting project performance, and identifying and addressing scope creep, schedule, or quality issues to ensure the successful delivery of assigned projects.

• Manage one or more small to large design-focused projects, involving a full spectrum of engineering services offered by AECOM.
• Provides project and technical task management for one or more simultaneous projects.
• Responsible for technical delivery, schedule management, fiscal management, client liaison, reporting requirements, and coordination with project team members.
• Identifies problems, determines accuracy and relevance of information, uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and makes recommendations.
• Reviews contracts, prepares fee proposals, and project execution strategies.
• Manages sub-consultant scope, fees, deliverable, and performance.
• Good presentation and communication skills in English. Good report and proposal writing skills.
• Client Relationships: Ability to assist in developing new client relationships and to strengthen existing client relationships. Ability to identify, understand and focus on clients’ key requirements.
• Team leadership: good team leadership skills. Self-starter, energetic, pro-active.
• Strong Team player.

 

Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS + 4 YORE or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.

 Preferred Qualifications

•  Professional Engineer or Architecture Registration with the ability to attain a State of Hawaii Professional Engineer or Architecture Registration within 12 months.
•  Project Management experience in site and infrastructure design projects.
• Previous experience in leading projects with multi-disciplinary teams to required quality, timeliness, and budget parameters.
• Previous experience in maintaining client relationships and expectations
• Knowledge of planning and design process, construction documentation, construction administration, and code requirements
• Experience managing concurrent projects in various stages of development and managing multiple project types with an emphasis on design, sustainability, and innovation
• Innovative problem solver with excellent verbal/written communication and presentation skills and a proven ability to manage people and projects through demonstrated strong organizational skills
• Strong skills in the full suite of MS Office applications
• Participate in selected marketing and business development opportunities in support of the sales team
• Experience with Federal projects is a plus.

Occasional travel required

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 2025. 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.