Senior Highway and Bridge Project Manager

Edmonton, AB
Permanent
Full-time

2 months ago

Company DescriptionWork 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 DescriptionAECOM Edmonton is seeking a Senior Highway & Bridge Project Manager to join our growing Transportation team.This role will lead the delivery of complex municipal and provincial highway and bridge projects across Alberta, working closely with multidisciplinary technical teams, clients, and contractors. The successful candidate will bring a strong foundation in civil engineering or technical project delivery, combined with senior-level project management experience in transportation infrastructure.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Lead and manage the delivery of complex highway, bridge, and other transportation projects for municipal, provincial, federal, and private-sector clients
Provide overall project leadership, including scope definition, work planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, and governance
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, leading project communications, progress reporting, and issue resolution
Coordinate and oversee internal design teams, sub-consultants, and external stakeholders to ensure high-quality, on-time project delivery
Lead procurement activities, including preparation and review of proposals, scopes of work, cost estimates, and fee negotiations
Monitor and manage project financial performance, resourcing, forecasting, and change management in alignment with contractual requirements
Review and approve key project deliverables, reports, correspondence, and client submissions
Facilitate and chair client meetings, progress reviews, and coordination sessions
Ensure quality management by enforcing compliance with corporate policies, procedures, and project controls
Contribute and lead business development activities, client relationship management, and strategic growth initiatives
Mentor and support the development of junior project managers and technical staff in conjunction with senior management
Perform additional duties intended to support leadership growth within a transportation project delivery environment

QualificationsMinimum Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering with a minimum of 8 years of total experience in project management, with demonstrated leadership on highway and/or bridge infrastructure projects, as well as general transportation projects.
PEng or PMP

Preferred Qualifications

10+ years of experience delivering highway and/or bridge projects in Alberta
Demonstrated experience delivering projects for local municipal and provincial clients.
Strong understanding of project governance, financial controls, and risk management
Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in both in-person and virtual environments
Experience managing projects through planning, design, and/or construction phases
Strong knowledge of Transportation & Economics Corridor standards, specifications, and delivery models
Experience working with consultants, contractors, and public-sector clients
Familiarity with construction contract administration, claims, and change management processes
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including report writing
Experience mentoring project managers or leading project teams
Demonstrated experience in leading winning proposal efforts

Additional Information

Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

About AECOMAECOM 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 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.What makes AECOM a great place to workYou 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. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.

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