Architectural Project Manager

Architectural Project Manager

AECOM is currently seeking a skilled Architectural Project Manager to support capital improvement initiatives at San Diego International Airport. This role is part of the Airport's Capital Improvement Program (CIP), overseeing a variety of architectural projects from concept through completion.

This position is responsible for planning, directing, supervising, and controlling the execution of all technical, fiscal, and administrative functions of assigned projects. This role ensures that projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in alignment with organizational goals. The Architectural Project Manager will report to the CIP Architectural Program Manager.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide direction and management for small to medium-sized primarily design-bid-build projects and ensures on-schedule completion within or below budget in accordance with contractual obligations
• Ability and willingness to mentor staff to develop and enhance their project management skills and capabilities.
• Participation on design evolution and review of plans, stakeholder coordination, phasing and schedule development for assigned projects
• Develop project bid packages.
• Develop and manage scope to meet project goals and objectives
• Plan and define program goals and devise methods to accomplish them
• Develop, maintain, update and implement a risk register and risk management plan.
• Works closely with Airport Design and Construction Department (ADC) Construction Management group during construction phase.
• Act as ADC CIP representative with stakeholders during the program execution
• Negotiate changes to the scope of work with the contractors
• May participate in negotiations with regulatory agencies in support of ADC
• Oversee establishment of Project Management Plan (PMP).
• Ensure that the project meets or exceeds goals established in the PMP.
• Establish the program requirements for all areas of the project, and monitors the draft and final deliverables for adherence to these criteria
• Plan, direct, supervise, and control the execution of all technical, fiscal, and administrative functions of the assigned project
• Field responsibilities may include procurement and payment to contractors and consultants
• Work with other team members to follow budget, schedules, and plan for the all elements of a project
• Work with ADC management to devise and execute actions plans to rectify potential cost overruns or delays, or to accommodate significant changes to the scope of work
• Maintain current and timely change orders
• Promote excellence on the project through application of Quality Assurance processes
• Promote a Safety-First approach in all matters and zero approach to accidents on projects.
• Monitor and report to management on the progress of all project activity within the program, including significant milestones, and any conditions, which would affect project cost or schedule
• Establish regular meetings to review project status and formulate action items
• Contribute to the advancement of ADC's goals through commitment to productive collaboration with all stakeholders
• Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as maybe appropriate

Minimum requirements include:

• Bachelors degree plus 8 years of related experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Architectural license
• A valid Class C driver's license and the ability to maintain eligibility under the Airport Authority's Authorized Drivers Program
• Successful clearance of TSA background check and drug/alcohol screening is a prerequisite working at the airport

Preferred requirements include:

• Architectural license, licensure in state of California is preferred
• Extensive experience with Design-Bid-Build delivery method.
• Experience preparing final design documents and bid packages for multi-discipline public agency projects.
• Aviation-related experience is a plus.
• Previous project management experience on similar or related projects. Aviation/airport project experience preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of project management roles and responsibilities.
• Proven ability to perform in a management capacity.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations.
• Knowledgeable of current technology and how it can be effectively utilized on the project.