Project Director - Schematic/Environmental - Roadway

Company Description

AECOM is actively seeking a creative, highly talented Transportation Project Director - Schematic/Environmental - Roadway for immediate employment in any of the following Texas offices.

• Dallas
• Ft. Worth
• El Paso
• Austin
• San Antonio
• Houston

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. 

Job Description

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

• As Project Director, manage all aspects of Schematic/Environmental roadway projects in accordance with TxDOT procedures.
• Manage a support Team of project managers, engineers and technicians, some located remotely.
• Determine work priorities based on general direction from supervisor.
• Provide leadership for Team through knowledge in areas of specialization, coordinating work of others.
• May lead on one or more Teams in the delivery of work efforts that are often complex.
• Be involved in all project aspects from client meetings, design/study development.
• Serve as Capture or Project Manager for key pursuits
• Obtain AECOM project Manager certification

Additional responsibilities include: 

• Responsible for the overall management administration to project and assists in establishing project specific objectives and policies.
• Provides management and guidance to subordinate managers, enforces company and project policies, and a primary liaison between AECOM and client interface.
• Oversees and ensures all facets of the project are in accordance with design, budget and schedule through subordinate managers and supervisors.
• Responsible for administering the project from budgeting/schedule stage through procurement and contract closeout. Position has significant profit/loss responsibility for assigned projects.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS + 12 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 4 years of leadership

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
• 15+ years of previous design experience on transportation projects including Schematic Development and Preparation of Plans, Specifications and Estimates (PS&E)
• Professional Engineer (PE)
• Be Team oriented
• Experience designing highway/roadway systems
• Experience with design software including MicroStation and GEOPAK and/or OpenRoads
• Familiar with MS Office 2010 software (Excel, Word, Project) is required to complete project communications
• Must be a team player
• TxDOT Pre-certifications
• Experience with Business Development/Client Relations
• Good communication skills

Additional Information

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

Offered rate of compensation in Texas will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The salary range for this position is $160,000 - $250,000.

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 and disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, wellness and global well-being, and global EAP, Business Travel and Service Awards programs.

About AECOM

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 $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.