Senior Project Manager

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AECOM is looking for a Senior Project Manager and Client Manager to lead projects within the Atlantic Region. The position will be based in the Halifax, NS, office.

Key Responsibilities - Senior Project Manager:

Provide leadership and project management expertise on environmental assessment and remediation projects.

Serve as the primary client liaison, ensuring strong relationships and high client satisfaction.

Oversee project performance, ensuring compliance with scope, budget, and schedule.

Communicate regularly with regulators, clients, and internal technical teams.

Prepare and review technical reports, regulatory submittals, and project documentation.

Develop strategic proposals and budgets for new opportunities.

Lead and mentor junior staff, fostering a culture of safety and excellence.

Supervise subcontractors, field staff, and multidisciplinary technical teams.

Exhibit personal safety leadership in all aspects of project execution

Key Responsibilities - Client Manager:

• Be AECOMs primary point of contact with the client.
• Act as the clients leading advocate within AECOM; and AECOMs leading advocate with the client.
• Sets the strategic direction for AECOM with the client, setting the plan and overseeing its execution.
• Be seen as a leader who brings together all aspects of AECOM in meeting the clients needs.
• Be the focal point for introducing innovations and market intelligence to the client.
• Talks to the client regularly about their wider business outside of any project delivery or pursuit engagement.
• The person who brings the clients voice to internal teams leading pursuits and capture.
• The key person at AECOM that can leverage their relationship with the client to assist delivery teams in the resolution of anticipated or actual issues.
• Facilitate the project proposal as per the AECOM proposal process to ensure that detailed schedules (WBS), costs, and proposal write-ups, including all qualification information, are produced as part of a finalized high quality, competitive proposal package to be submitted to the Client.
• Upon receipt of an approved Purchase Order, manage the successful delivery of the project scope to the Purchase Order including the Ts & Cs and the specific Scope of Work documentation.
• Develop and manage Project Plans in collaboration with the project team.
• Ensure that staff are trained, competent and qualified to perform their project-related tasks.
• Execute project deliverables in accordance with Project Plans, ensuring health & safety, quality, cost and schedule adherence.
• Interface with the Client to ensure that all client goals are defined, understood and are achieved to the Clients satisfaction.
• Effectively communicate with the Client and the Project Team on a routine and ongoing basis.
• Through the AECOM Risk Management process, identify, mitigate and address risks as they arise, manage all mitigating actions to ensure that the project deliverables are met.
• Ensure all AECOM Project Management requirements are met throughout the project associated with the AECOM Project management systems.
• Ensure all Project Deliverables to be submitted to the Client have been completed following due process and meet the quality requirements as detailed within the Client SOW and Project Plans.
• Monitor and report to the Client on all project aspects including schedule, cost, quality, Health & Safety, risk and issues on a routine basis.
• Carry out effective Project Change Management throughout project execution.
• Ensure that all Project Accruals and Invoices are produced and submitted to the Client monthly or as agreed within the Contract Ts & Cs.
• Ensure that all Sub-Contractor Management activities are completed including receiving and paying Sub-Contractor invoices and effective oversight of Sub-Contractor activities.
• Effectively complete all project close-out actions including completion of all final documentation, a final project report and final invoicing and payments.
• Carry out a Lessons Learned session to identify and incorporate lessons learned, including all improvement opportunities as part of continuous learning.
• Obtain Client feedback.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelors degree in Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related discipline.

Minimum 8 years of experience in environmental remediation and/or reclamation projects.

Proven experience managing Phase I, II, and III Environmental Site Assessments.

At least 8 years of proven project management experience.

Preferred Qualifications

15+ years of relevant industry experience.

10+ years of Project Management Experience.

Professional designation (P.Eng., P.Geo., or P.Ag.) in Nova Scotia.

Working knowledge of CCME and Atlantic RBCA environmental regulations and guidelines.

Experience with regulatory applications and documentation in Alberta.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and client management abilities.

Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, and Word.

Willingness to adopt and learn digital tools, including AI-based solutions.

Positive, proactive attitude and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Valid drivers license.

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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, youll 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 youve always envisioned. Here, youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

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