Senior Project Manager at AECOM in Piscataway, NJ

Company Description

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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.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. 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.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Senior Project Manager to focus on Transportation clients within the NJ NY Metro Region. This is an excellent opportunity to join AECOM and work on our Mega Projects!

In this critical role, you will be entrusted with managing a portfolio of projects and your primary objective will be to strategically expand AECOM's market share for the assigned client.

Some of the key Responsibilities:

Demonstrate expertise in Transportation, with comprehensive knowledge of sustainability planning, resiliency, and renewable energy

Oversee and execute marketing strategies and proposal preparation with utmost precision

Lead and manage a team of professionals, ensuring contract deliverables are met with minimal supervision

Represent AECOM in client meetings, providing authoritative updates on project progress

Develop and implement comprehensive project scopes, work plans, and schedules

Assume full responsibility for overall project management, including technical aspects, financial oversight, schedule adherence, and client satisfaction

Ensure strict compliance with contractual obligations by rigorously reviewing and approving all contract documents prior to client submission

Implement strategic training, mentoring, and development programs for staff

Proactively identify potential budget and schedule impacts, formulating contingency plans

Drive innovation in design and delivery methodologies to maintain AECOM's competitive edge

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

BA/BS + 10 years of related Transportation experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

NJ or NY Metro Transportation Experience

Preferred Qualifications:

15 years of experience within the NY NJ Metro

Experience managing projects for NJDOT and NJTA

PE

Additional Information

Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

Relocation assistance is not available for this role.

THIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY, AND AECOM INTENDS TO FILL THIS POSITION NO SOONER THAN MARCH 29, 2027

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

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.