Company Description

At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world.

We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.

Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. We’re one global team – 47,000 strong – driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.

Here, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career.

When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started.

Job Description

AECOM is currently seeking a Design Manager for a Federal Client in the DC Metro Area. The Design Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies for delivering design phase services. This includes defining and reviewing design requirements, fee proposals, and design schedules. They will oversee design project managers, who will manage design phase services from pre-design (including site visits and data collection) through to the completion of design and hand-off to the on-site CM teams before construction begins. The Design Manager will also develop implementation strategies for the design approach, define design requirements, and assist in preparing baselines such as estimates, schedules, and scopes.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Act as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, and regulatory agenciesFacilitate regular meetings and communication to ensure alignment and address any design-related issuesImplement and oversee quality control processes to ensure design accuracy and compliance with industry standards and regulationsConduct regular design reviews and audits to maintain high standards of qualityIdentify potential design risks and develop mitigation strategiesEnsure that all design activities adhere to safety and environmental regulationsAllocate and manage resources effectively to meet project deadlines and budget constraintsCoordinate with internal teams and external consultants to optimize resource utilizationContinuously seek opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains in design activitiesMaintain comprehensive documentation of design processes, decisions, and changesPrepare and present regular progress reports to senior management and stakeholders

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

BA/BS + 6 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

Preferred Requirements

PE, RA10 + years of experience with Federal 1. Interpreting and ensuring the contractor’s compliance with the FederalAcquisition Regulations and the other Standards specified as a part of this BPAIn-depth knowledge of federal design and construction processes;Identifying events/activities required to complete large, complex relatedprograms or major construction projects;Developing and interpreting comprehensive program or project management plans and schedules;Managing multiple inter-disciplinary personnel and their work;Graduate of an Architectural or Engineering college curriculum (minimum four (4) year degree)10+ years’ experience serving in a similar capacity on two similar contracts or programs valued at not less than $5 million.

Additional InformationSponsorship is not available for this positionRelocation is not available for this position

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program 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 absence, voluntary benefits, perks, U.S. and global well-being programs, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

 

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.