Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Deputy Program Manager to join our team in Savannah, Georgia. This role offers the unique opportunity to work on a dynamic and evolving infrastructure program for the Georgia Ports Authority, one of the largest and fastest-growing ports in North America.

As a Deputy Program Manager, you will collaborate closely with the Senior Program Manager to set priorities, manage projects, delegate tasks, and oversee multiple projects at various stages of development, detailed design, and production. Strong client management and interpersonal skills are required to obtain client buy-in of plans and designs, while also obtaining consensus among numerous client parties. Your expertise will be crucial in leading and designing all aspects of civil engineering projects from conceptualization through construction. While experience with marine terminals and logistics facilities is beneficial, it is not a requirement.

Savannah is not just a place to work; it’s a place to live and thrive. Known for its stunning architecture, vibrant arts scene, and rich history, Savannah offers an exceptional quality of life. Imagine spending your weekends exploring the charming streets, enjoying the local cuisine, and soaking in the coastal beauty. You’ll be joining a diverse and stable team of professionals committed to delivering top-notch value for our dynamic client.

This is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to make a significant impact on major infrastructure projects while enjoying the unparalleled lifestyle that Savannah has to offer. If you are passionate about civil engineering and project management, we encourage you to apply. AECOM offers incredible opportunities for career growth.

Responsibilities:

• Manages all phases of a project’s lifecycle, delegate tasks, and Engineer of Record in-responsible-charge of multiple and concurrent projects
• Develops project scope, budget, and schedule for engineering proposals to meet client requirements
• Applies intensive and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields. Makes decisions independently on technical problems and methods
• Working directly with client staff developing strong relationships, including with external teaming partners, and internal technical resources
• Leading client and permitting meetings
• Leading engineering teams consisting of senior through entry-level engineers and technicians to execute client’s civil infrastructure program
• Leads and participates in interdisciplinary review of project deliverables
• Performs quality control review and manage the work of staff to ensure quality designs and drawings, and ensures technical compliance
• Enforces company quality control policy
• Establishes weekly priorities with input from the Senior Program Manager, leads weekly office task meetings, and verifies progress
• Organizes project assignments to develop staff
• Develops procedures to facilitate high-quality and effective work product.

Qualifications

Minimum:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Georgia PE or the ability to obtain within 6 months
• Eight (8) years of experience leading designs for civil engineering projects including site development projects or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Current holder of, or have no restrictions to obtain, Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
• A valid U.S. Driver’s License is required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices. As a condition of employment, candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review

Preferred:

• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects at various stages of development and production
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and train entry-level engineers

Additional Information

• Relocation is not an option for this position
• Visa support is not an option for this position
• Hybrid work option is available for this position.

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, well-being resources, 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 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, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. 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.