Project Manager (Education Facilities Construction)

Company Description

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Project Manager to support K-12 educational facility programs and capital improvement projects in San Francisco. This position will play a key role in the planning, coordination, execution, and delivery of school construction and modernization programs for public sector clients. The ideal candidate will bring experience managing multiple concurrent projects, collaborating with diverse stakeholder groups, and overseeing project delivery from planning through construction closeout. 

This role offers the opportunity to work on meaningful projects that directly impact students, educators, and local communities. Candidates with engineering and/or architecture backgrounds are highly desired; however, professionals with strong program or project management experience supporting K-12 design and construction programs will also be considered. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead the delivery of K-12 construction and modernization programs, ensuring projects meet scope, budget, schedule, and quality objectives. 
• Manage multiple capital improvement projects simultaneously, including new school construction, renovations, campus expansions, and facility upgrades. 
• Coordinate with school district representatives, architects, engineers, contractors, regulatory agencies, and community stakeholders. 
• Monitor program performance, identify project risks, and develop mitigation strategies to support successful project outcomes. 
• Review project schedules, cost estimates, change orders, and contract documentation. 
• Facilitate meetings with clients and project teams and prepare executive-level reports and presentations. 
• Support procurement activities, consultant selection processes, and construction contract administration. 
• Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, educational facility standards, safety requirements, and district policies. 
• Track program budgets and forecast project costs throughout the project lifecycle. 
• Provide leadership and guidance to project teams while fostering strong client relationships. 

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or a related field and 2+ years of relevant or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• 4+ years of experience managing K-12 construction, educational facility, or public sector capital improvement programs. 
• Experience supporting California school districts, public agencies, or educational institutions. 
• Professional Engineer (PE), Project Management Professional (PMP), Registered Architect (RA), Certified Construction Manager (CCM), or similar professional certification. 
• Strong understanding of design management, construction delivery methods, project controls, budgeting, and schedule management. 
• Demonstrated success supporting large-scale educational facility programs from planning through construction and occupancy. 

Additional Information

• Sponsorship will not be provided for this position

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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. 

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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.