Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager

AECOM is seeking a Senior Project Manager to drive the success of our Ports & Marine engineering team. This role is ideal for an experienced civil/structural engineer with a deep understanding of port and marine infrastructure design and construction, and multi-disciplinary project leadership. The successful candidate will provide technical expertise, manage high-profile projects, and mentor a team of engineers to deliver high-quality solutions for clients. The position is based in Houston, TX.

You will be joining a global team of 500+ maritime specialists who support on a wide range of maritime developments including container terminals, LNG facilities, waterfront developments, cruise and ferry terminals, marinas and harbors as well as coastal schemes such as beach development and coastal protection schemes.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Technically sound in relevant components of engineering.
• Assist the Ports and Marine Texas group manager to strengthen and grow port practice in the gulf coast.
• Manage multiple projects involving a full spectrum of engineering services offered by AECOM.
• Provide project and technical task management on multiple simultaneous projects.
• Be a problem solver not a note taker. Ability to identify, understand and focus on clients' key requirements.
• Good presentation and communication skills in English. Strong technical and proposal writing skills.
• Provide structural and civil engineering technical expertise on Ports and Marine projects across the west region.
• Ability to assist in developing new client relationships and to strengthen existing client relationships.
• Clear understanding of commercial drivers of clients and projects along with project risk and profitability.
• Strong team leadership skills. Self-starter, energetic, pro-active.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS + 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education in Structural, Civil Engineering or Maritime engineering.
• Valid Drivers License is required for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional Engineer Registration (Texas preferred).
• 10 years of related design experience in a variety of seaport related infrastructure such as container terminal, dry bulk, and liquid bulk terminal wharves and uplands, showing progressive career growth.
• Previous experience in leading projects to required quality, timeliness, and budget parameters.
• Accountable for cementing client relationships on continuing projects and for growing sales and booking growth from area clients.
• Houston Resident
• Established residency in area.
• MS in Structural or Civil Engineering.
• Experience in ports, marine, or waterfront projects.
• Proficiency in engineering drawings and visual aids using AutoCAD Civil 3D or Bentley MicroStation.
• Strong project management skills, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Prior experience working with public agencies, private clients, and major port authorities.
• Strong business development experience, including proposal writing and client negotiations.