Senior Project Manager – Federal Construction

AECOM

Senior Project Manager overseeing multiple federal construction contracts for AECOM. Ensuring project execution, financial performance, and client satisfaction with possible remote work.

Posted 5/23/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $140,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead multiple concurrent federal construction contracts from project initiation through closeout.
Oversee project performance, including scope, schedule, budget, and quality compliance.
Ensure accurate, timely maintenance of all project data within WorkBench.
Monitor project financials, forecasts, and deliverables to ensure alignment with contractual and corporate requirements.
Serve as the primary people manager for assigned project staff.
Ensure projects are appropriately staffed with the required technical expertise and labor categories.
Coordinate staffing plans with operations and resource management teams.
Proactively adjust staffing levels to support project performance and protect margins.
Support hiring decisions and personnel assignments based on project needs and workload demands.
Maintain strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with federal contract requirements, including USACE and other agency standards.
Participate in project meetings, progress reviews, and performance discussions.
Track project budgets, labor utilization, and profitability across assigned contracts.
Identify risks to margin and implement corrective actions related to staffing or execution strategies.
Ensure efficient resource allocation across multiple projects.
Provide leadership, mentorship, and performance oversight for assigned staff.
Foster a high-performing, accountable, and collaborative team environment.
Support staff development and training aligned with both project and organizational objectives.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) in Engineering, Architecture, Business Administration, Project Management, Construction Management, Science, or a related field, plus 8 years of relevant experience; or demonstrated equivalent combination of education and experience.
U.S. Citizenship required due to the nature of the work.
Demonstrated experience managing multiple concurrent projects and teams.
Strong understanding of project financial management, staffing models, and labor utilization.
Experience with project management systems such as WorkBench or similar platforms.
Prior experience supporting USACE or other federal agencies.
Strong background in construction operations, QA/QC, or project controls.
Familiarity with federal contracting requirements and compliance frameworks.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
employee stock purchase plan

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementfinancial managementstaffing modelslabor utilizationconstruction operationsquality assurancequality controlproject controlsrisk managementresource allocation

Soft Skills

leadershipmentorshipcommunicationcollaborationrelationship managementteam buildingproblem solvingorganizational skillsperformance oversightstaff development

Certifications

Bachelor’s degreeProject Management certification