AECOM
Global infrastructure consulting and program management
Project Manager - Aviation
Relocation offered; visa sponsorship not available.
About the job
- Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering degree + 6 years of related civil experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
- Valid US Driver’s License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices. As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review
- US Citizenship required due to the projects associated with this position
- Provides design technical leadership for the aviation civil engineering group and is considered to be a fully capable professional in the airport field
- Completes designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, schematics, and final working drawings for preparation of construction plans related to airport development projects including runways, taxiways, aprons, hangars, terminals, and other airport facilities
- Manages portfolio of clients with multiple projects.
- Responsible for delivering revenues assigned from specific clients as a result of repeat business caused by flawless execution of projects.
- Consistently delivers profit margins planned.
- Consistently completes project without write-downs or multiplier erosion.
- Typically manages projects involving RTF (Risk Triggering Factors).
- Manages more complex clients and projects.
- Has decision-making authority and directs other Project Managers in recognizing risk and uncertainty with plans to mitigate and eliminate such.
- Directs staff to operate and minimize exposure to claims.
- Supervises and directs Project Managers with multiple projects or program of projects.
- Prepares construction specifications for airport development projects per FAA Advisory Circular 150/5370-10 and State requirements
- Prepares design reports, schedules, quantity takeoffs, and cost estimates
- Uses various computer software for design development and prepares plans in Civil 3D
- Coordinates and collaborates with other airport/civil engineering, architectural, and engineering disciplines, sub-consultants, Utility companies, permitting agencies, contractors, government and regulatory agencies, and clients
- Serves as engineering Task Leader and conducts direct task supervision and mentorship of CAD Staff, Designers, and other Engineers at discretion of department manager
- Performs construction administration
- Performs work in accordance with agreed-upon budget and schedule
- Advanced Experience with Microsoft Office Software
- Advanced Experience using AutoCAD/Civil 3D design software
- Experience in performing construction administration and inspection
- Read, write, and communicate effectively
- Ability to work in both an office and field (construction) environment
- Experience leading airfield design and construction tasks as part of a bigger project
About the company
AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm that provides a wide range of services, including architecture, design, construction management, engineering, environmental services, and program management, to government agencies, private companies, and non-profits. Its work centers on managing and delivering large-scale infrastructure projects, from planning and design to construction and operation, with fees tied to the project type and scope. Unlike firms with a narrower focus, AECOM offers end-to-end support across transportation, buildings, cities, and overall infrastructure, combining technical expertise with project oversight and sustainability considerations. The company aims to improve the world by enhancing natural and social systems, promoting equity and inclusion, and driving responsible, lasting outcomes for communities.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Dallas, Texas
Founded
1990
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What believers are saying
- Backlog rose 13% to $27.8 billion on August 10, 2026 record wins.
- September 11, 2026 Darren Cook hire strengthens highways growth in Europe and India.
- September 16, 2026 Manav Kumar promotion keeps legal control inside AECOM.
What critics are saying
- $337 million project charge erased Q3 profit and cut fiscal 2026 free cash flow.
- Management expects cash-flow pressure through first half of fiscal 2027.
- September 17, 2026 BrainCipher claimed an AECOM breach; ransomware threatens contracts and bids.
What makes AECOM unique
- AECOM's integrated program management spans advisory, design, engineering, and construction management across 150 countries.
- September 10, 2026 MetroLink win with Jacobs reinforces complex megaproject delivery credibility.
- AECOM's record $27.8 billion backlog provides unmatched visibility versus smaller consulting rivals.
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↓ -2%AECOM shares have fallen 30% over the past six months, underperforming the S&P 500's 16% gain and its industry peers. The infrastructure consulting firm faces significant near-term challenges, including a $337 million charge in its Construction Management business due to subcontractor productivity issues and project delays. Operating cash flow dropped to $169.2 million in the first nine months of fiscal 2026 from $625.5 million the previous year. The company now expects full-year free cash flow of approximately $300 million, with pressures continuing through the first half of fiscal 2027. Despite these headwinds, AECOM's backlog reached a record $27.8 billion, up 13%, supported by strong demand across transportation, water, energy and data centres. However, fiscal 2026 earnings estimates have declined to $4.48 per share, representing a 14.8% year-over-year decrease, before an expected 33.7% rebound in fiscal 2027.
US infrastructure company AECOM promotes internally for CLO role. AECOM's GC for corporate Manav Kumar will replace David Gan as chief legal officer in October 22 September 2026 Manav Kumar Infrastructure business AECOM has promoted Manav Kumar to chief legal officer, succeeding David Gan who is retiring next year. Kumar was previously general counsel for corporate and global head of public affairs, a role he has held since 2024. As CLO, Kumar will lead the company's legal and public affairs function globally. He is due to take up his new role on 3 October. Dallas-based AECOM is a global infrastructure company providing advisory, architecture, engineering and construction management services to public and private sector organisations. Projects it has worked on include One World Trade Center in New York, the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta and the Port of Los Angeles Waterfront development. Troy Rudd, AECOM's chairman and CEO, said Kumar's broad leadership experience, business judgement and enterprise perspective will help advance the company's strategy. Advertisement Kumar joined AECOM just under a decade ago as chief of staff in the office of the CEO, before becoming deputy GC in 2020. Prior to his arrival, Kumar spent four years as deputy counsel to then Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti and chief Olympics officer for the city's successful bid to host the 2028 Olympic Games. Prior to that, he worked in private practice at legacy firm Caldwell Leslie & Proctor (now part of King & Spalding) and Arnold & Porter, having also clerked in the US Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. Gan, meanwhile, is retiring after two decades with the company, having been CLO since 2019. He originally joined as deputy GC in 2006 from Mayer Brown, where he was a corporate and securities attorney. He started his career in private practice at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati. Rudd added: "Throughout his more than 20 years at AECOM, David has made important contributions to our company, helping strengthen our legal, governance and compliance capabilities while supporting many of our most significant business initiatives." LAW OVER BORDERS COMPARATIVE GUIDES The New World of Foreign Direct Investment Law Guide Historic attitudes favouring globalisation are fundamentally changing... | 3yrs. Gan will move to a senior adviser role in October and remain on until the new year. In other infrastructure-related moves, back in July Dutch engineering and design business Arcadis named Barbara van Koppen as group GC, a role she had held on an interim basis since the start of the year. Before joining Arcadis last year, she was GC at Dutch manufacturing company Kendrion, following a near 30-year career at KLM Royal Dutch Airlines. Also in July, UK homebuilder and infrastructure business Balfour Beatty said it had lined up Ed Egerton as chief legal and commercial officer from global engineering, design and project management business AtkinsRéalis.
Ransomware Group BrainCipher hits: aecom.com. HookPhish team Target organization aecom.com aecom.com Professional Services Summary. In the latest cybersecurity news, aecom.com - an organization based in US - has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group BrainCipher. This data breach, discovered on Sep 17, 2026, 16:20 UTC, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as HookPhish continue through 2026. Incident report. | Target Organization | aecom.com | | Threat Group | BrainCipher | | Summary | [AI generated] AECOM is a global infrastructure and engineering firm headquartered in the United States. The company provides design, consulting, construction, and management services across sectors including transportation, water, environment, energy, and government facilities. Operating in over 150 countries, AECOM serves public and private clients worldwide and is recognized as one of the largest engineering services firms globally. | | Date of Breach | Sep 17, 2026, 16:20 UTC | | Discovery Date | Sep 17, 2026, 16:20 UTC | | Region | US | | Target Domain | aecom.com | | Business Sector | Professional Services | How to reduce your ransomware risk. Most ransomware intrusions start with a stolen password or a phishing email. A few proactive steps sharply cut your exposure: * keep watch on the dark web - close the gap attackers exploit. * real-time breach alerts - close the gap attackers exploit. Disclaimer. HookPhish does not engage in the exfiltration, downloading, taking, hosting, viewing, reposting, or disclosure of any stolen information. All breach data reported here is sourced from publicly available threat intelligence feeds for awareness purposes only.
AECOM has secured Ireland's largest railway contract as part of a joint venture with Jacobs to deliver MetroLink, the country's first fully segregated metro system. The project will connect North County Dublin, Dublin Airport, and the city centre through 16 new stations. The win comes despite AECOM reporting a $337 million charge that eliminated its third-quarter profit. The charge stems from a 2019 Construction Management project facing cost overruns due to lower subcontractor productivity. The project won't reach substantial completion until the second quarter of fiscal 2027. AECOM's total backlog reached a record $27.8 billion in the third quarter, up 13% year-over-year. International revenue rose 6%, with adjusted operating margin expanding 240 basis points to 14.3%. The company is pursuing claims to recover costs from the troubled project, though management acknowledges full resolution will take years.
Worley-led team to support next phase of Canadian pumped storage project. Canadian energy firm TC Energy has selected Worley, together with EllisDon and Aecom, to advance the next development phase of the 1,000MW Ontario Pumped Storage Project. The proposed multi-billion-dollar Ontario Pumped Storage Project (OPSP) is currently progressing through the planning and development phases, with the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada overseeing the federal Impact Assessment process. Last month, TC Energy announced that it had selected a team led by Worley, supported by EllisDon and Aecom, to advance detailed engineering, project design, cost estimates, execution planning and overall project readiness activities for OPSP. Located in Meaford, Ontario, the project could provide approximately 1,000MW of generation capacity and 10,600MWh of energy storage. If built, it would pump water from Georgian Bay to an upper reservoir during periods of low electricity demand and release it back through turbines during periods of high demand, generating electricity for the grid. In TC Energy's 2026 Initial Project Description, the OPSP reservoir is described as being located "close to Georgian Bay on top of the level plateau of the Niagara Escarpment, approximately 174m above Georgian Bay's surface and 2,300m from its shore". The reservoir would have a capacity of approximately 26 million m[3] and would be formed by constructing a 4.5km long ring dam around approximately 135ha of land. The pumped storage powerhouse could include four 250MW reversible pump turbine generators in underground chambers accessed by a tunnel. Potential construction methods for the powerhouse include underground mining and surface excavation methods. The lower inlet and outlet structure is currently envisioned as an underground ring-type structure on or below the lakebed, with multiple screened inlet and outlet ports located above the lakebed. Related questions you can explore with Ask GE, its new AI search engine. Aecom's Canada chief executive Richard Barrett said: "Ontario is entering a period of significant electricity demand growth, making long-duration energy storage increasingly important to a reliable and flexible electricity system. "The OPSP represents an opportunity to apply proven technology at a scale that can help meet the province's future electricity needs. We are proud to bring our Canadian and global hydropower expertise to this landmark project and help advance it toward an informed investment decision." Aecom will specifically support the advancement of the project's underground works and hydraulic systems to help optimise the design for constructability, operability and long-term performance.