Senior Project Manager, Architecture at AECOM2

AECOM’s Buildings and Places team in Ohio is looking for a Senior Architect to take on the role of a Project Manager. The Ohio B+P practice—based in Columbus and Cleveland—is a high‑performing, award‑winning studio offering integrated architecture, interiors, engineering, urbanism, advisory, technology, and digital delivery services. Operating collaboratively across AECOM’s West Region and other business lines, the Ohio team serves a diverse, global client base spanning civic, cultural, higher education, science and technology, transit, and federal agencies (including NASA, GSA, VA, and DoD). Design excellence is central to our culture, earning nearly 30 awards since 2022. We strive to be both the design firm of choice for clients and an employer of choice for top talent. The Architectural Project Manager provides senior leadership across client development, project delivery, and team leadership, owning outcomes from pursuit through post‑occupancy. This is a seller‑doer role requiring strong client presence, technical expertise, and operational rigor. Key Responsibilities Client Development & Leadership • Serve as the primary client contact; build trust and long‑term relationships • Lead pursuits (RFQs/RFPs), including strategy, scope, teams, fees, and terms • Deliver revenue growth through repeat and expanded client engagements • Represent AECOM in the marketplace as a trusted advisor and brand ambassadorProject Delivery & Risk Management • Lead interdisciplinary projects from early studies through construction administration • Manage scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk across the project lifecycle • Develop and maintain project plans, performance metrics, and documentation • Proactively manage change and coordinate with legal and leadership to mitigate riskTeam Leadership & Culture • Inspire, mentor, and coordinate high‑performing internal and external teams • Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and communicative team environment • Support recruiting and development of emerging and peer leadersDesign & Technical Excellence • Champion design quality, innovation, and performance at all scales • Encourage modern delivery approaches, including AI and digital toolsOperational Performance • Monitor and report project financials, schedules, deliverables, and client health • Apply earned value, schedule controls, and other best‑practice PM techniques • Utilize Microsoft Project and Power BI for planning and performance reportingSuccess in the First Year • Win or expand key client accounts through effective relationship building and pursuits • Successfully deliver 2–4 complex projects meeting schedule, budget, quality, and client satisfaction goals • Improve team clarity, collaboration, and delivery efficiency • Contribute to design recognition, client testimonials, and repeat business