Senior Project Manager DoD Projects

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AECOM has an excellent career opportunity for a creative, highly talented Senior Project Manager - DOD Projects for immediate employment in our Boston, MA location which serves as our home office to support programs throughout the US and internationally.

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.

About AECOM
AECOM’s practice includes architecture, interiors, building engineering, workplace strategy, business transformation, asset advisory, economics and development planning, master planning, urban planning, and landscape architecture.

With a range of expertise from strategy and design through project realization, we create better outcomes to grow economies, protect natural systems, conserve natural resources, make societies more equitable and connect and engage people through innovative, sustainable design solutions.

As a Senior Project Manager - DOD Projects, you will lead multidisciplinary teams in the delivery of complex DoD projects while ensuring successful outcomes within budget, schedule, and specification requirements. Your key responsibilities include:

• Lead task order proposal development and support Program Managers in project execution
• Manage project teams (design, technical, and administrative staff) and oversee all project facets through subordinate managers and supervisors
• Establish project-specific objectives, policies, and deliverables in partnership with Project Directors and Senior Managers
• Monitor project financials, schedules, and quality standards; report performance metrics to senior leadership
• Review and manage contracts, subcontracts, and subcontractor performance throughout project lifecycle
• Coordinate design activities, resolve field-initiated questions, and facilitate design review meetings
• Maintain client relationships and lead client discussions regarding project scope, terms, and progress
• Administer projects from budgeting and procurement through contract closeout with significant profit/loss responsibility
• Demonstrate proficiency in MS Office Suite, SharePoint, and remote collaboration tools (Teams, Zoom, etc.)
• Manage services during construction, including RFI responses and submittal reviews

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or engineering plus a minimum of ten years of related experience managing multidisciplinary projects, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Registered Architect or Professional Engineer
• Experience with DoD projects
• Experience in developing design reports, drawings, and specifications

     Preferred Qualifications

• 15 plus years of relevant experience in design management and resolving issues or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Experience negotiating project scope, fees, managing project financial performance, and ensuring fiscal responsibility for projects through the design process
• Revit and BIM experience as well as experience in Photoshop, Microsoft Office
• Support projects within the last 10 years through all phases of design and construction

• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position
• Relocation is not available now or in the future

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits 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 absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.