Construction Sr Manager- Water/Wastewater

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Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. Job Description AECOM is actively seeking a Senior Construction Manager for immediate hire in Austin, Texas, to oversee construction of a $1.5B wastewater treatment plant. In this role, you will coordinate daily on-site activities with the Owner, AECOM’s design team, and the CMAR contractor, and lead AECOM’s Resident Project Representatives (RPR) team to monitor and report on all construction activities. The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: Coordinate on-site activities with Client Field Representative, CMAR engineer and CMAR Contractor. Monitor and report on construction activities and arrange for on-site testing of the completed work in place. Facilitate coordination with other entities such as building inspectors, Fire Marshall etc. Primary point of contact between the CMAR Engineer, CMAR Contractor, the Engineer’s Project Manager, and the Owner, responsible for managing and directing the activities of the AECOM Team Resident Project Representatives (RPRs). Observe, verify, record, and report appropriate details related to the work. Observe testing activities or commissioning of equipment during phases of work. Verify invoices match work completed for pay applications. Asist with coordinating plant shutdowns. Supervise, support, and instruct the RPRs, and communicate any issues documented by the RPRs to the AECOM Project Manager, CMAR, and the Owner. Determining if a Field Change request entails a change in Contract Value or Time and if the request for variation should be resubmitted as a formal RFI or it may be approved as a Field Change to incorporate the requested variation. All actual changes in the work will be documented in the RPRs marked-up set of the project Drawings or Specifications, as well as the CMARs and subcontractor’s As-Built Drawings, and subsequently in the Record Drawings. Review field change requests and assess impacts on the contract value and schedule. Attend all progress and milestone meetings, as well as the pre-construction conference and partnering meeting. Prepare regular reports for internal and external stakeholders. Attend morning safety briefings for the planned scope of work. Morning safety briefings for the planned scope of work. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: BA/BS + 10 years of relevent experiience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 2 years of leadership. Preferred Qualifications 20+ years of construction management experience, with a strong background in water/wastewater infrastructure. Proven leadership managing large, complex construction projects in the field. Deep knowledge of construction practices, safety standards, and QA/QC procedures. Ability to read and interpret design drawings, specifications, and construction schedules. Strong communication, negotiation, and team leadership skills. Experience working on public sector infrastructure projects and with regulatory compliance is preferred. Additional Information At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment. 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.