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AECOM

Project Manager, Federal Market

Orange, CA

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  • Retirement

  • PTO

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering or a related field * 4+ years of relevant experience ... Federal market * PMP Certification is a plus * Comprehensive grasp of the design methodology and ...

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Director of Engineering

Ontario, CA · On-site

$130 - $180/hr

  • PTO

Director of Engineering $130000 - $180000 per year | Ontario, CA | On-site | Permanent Director of ... It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting ...

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AECOM

Project Manager, Federal Market

Orange, CA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering or a related field * 4+ years of relevant experience ... Federal market * PMP Certification is a plus * Comprehensive grasp of the design methodology and ...

AECOM

Project Manager, Federal Market

Orange, CA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering or a related field * 4+ years of relevant experience ... Federal market * PMP Certification is a plus * Comprehensive grasp of the design methodology and ...

AECOM

Project Manager, Federal Market

Orange, CA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering or a related field * 4+ years of relevant experience ... Federal market * PMP Certification is a plus * Comprehensive grasp of the design methodology and ...

CRH

Area Engineering Manager

Fontana, CA

$145K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Monitor and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as corporate ... Balance workload across the regional engineering team while allowing the local plant management ...

FieldAI

Staff Project Manager - Federal

Irvine, CA · On-site

$130K - $200K/yr

Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a related technical field. * Six or more years of ... Federal Team. This team works on projects connected to the U.S. government which requires U.S.

FieldAI

Staff Project Manager - Federal

Irvine, CA · On-site

$130K - $200K/yr

Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a related technical field. * Six or more years of ... Federal Team. This team works on projects connected to the U.S. government which requires U.S.

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How much do federal engineering jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for federal engineering in Riverside, CA is $153,223.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $121,500.00 and $180,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a federal engineer?

A Federal Engineering job involves designing, developing, and maintaining technical systems and infrastructure for government agencies. Engineers in these roles work on projects related to national defense, transportation, telecommunications, and environmental protection. They must comply with federal regulations and security requirements while ensuring efficiency and innovation. These positions often require security clearances and specialized knowledge in engineering disciplines relevant to government operations.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a federal engineer?

To excel in a Federal Engineering role, you need a strong background in engineering principles, a relevant degree (such as electrical, civil, or mechanical engineering), and experience with federally regulated standards and processes. Familiarity with government contracting systems, project management software, and security clearances (such as Secret or Top Secret) is often required. Outstanding problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills help professionals work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and within structured governmental environments. These combined skills are critical for maintaining compliance, delivering technical excellence, and supporting mission-critical federal projects.

What types of projects do federal engineers work on within government agencies?

Federal Engineers may work on a wide range of assignments, such as infrastructure upgrades, cybersecurity initiatives, defense system development, or environmental compliance projects, depending on the agency's mission. Daily responsibilities often involve coordinating with project managers, reviewing technical documentation, ensuring adherence to federal standards, and conducting site visits or system evaluations. Collaboration with stakeholders from various departments, contractors, and regulatory bodies is common and vital to project success. This variety of work offers opportunities to develop specialized expertise and gain exposure to high-impact national projects, supporting both professional growth and public service goals.

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Infographic showing various Federal Engineering job openings in Riverside, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $153,223 per year, or $73.7 per hour.

Senior Project Manager-Federal Architectural Projects

AECOM

Orange, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

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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 seeking a Senior Project Manager to be based in one of our Southern Southwest offices. Hybrid opportunities in our Los Angeles, CA; Orange, CA; San Diego, CA; Phoenix, AZ or Las Vegas, NV offices.
As a people manager, the Senior Project Manager will be responsible for mentoring and guiding the Federal design team to success. In addition to helping lead design development and review, the Senior Project Manager will also be responsible for client communication, consultant coordination, and contract administration. Project responsibility will be focused on a diverse portfolio within the Federal market sector.
The successful candidate must be a licensed Architect or engineer with strong, hands-on technical knowledge as well as proven experience leading a team through all phases of a project. The ideal candidate will have experience managing federal design projects and competence across federal design criteria, including UFC's, ETL's, AFMAN's, and AFI's.
The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
  • Performs various management, leadership, and people accountability responsibilities for a specific technical group or department.
  • Has full responsibility for interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating technical assignments.
  • Plans and develops engineering tasks concerned with unique or controversial problems. This involves exploration of subject area, definition of scope and selection of problems for investigation and development of novel concepts and approaches.
  • Acts as the primary liaison between internal/external project partners, ensuring effective communication, development, coordination and implementation of action plans.
  • Ability to independently guide and resolve technical matters on project with ability to consult with Technical Leadership on complex building code issues, when necessary. Demonstrating a depth of expertise in Healthcare or large campus program/project management.
  • Operates with minimal supervision, receiving primarily administrative guidance, with assignments framed in broad general objectives and limits, showcasing a leadership role with significant autonomy.
  • Leads a team of Architects and/or designers, orchestrating and aligning the activities of the project.

Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
  • BA/BS Architecture or Engineering + 6 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
  • Licensed Architect or Engineer
  • This position requires U.S. citizenship due to federal contract/security requirements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • More than 12 years of experience, including experience with federal programs and managing projects and people
  • Direct experience managing projects for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)
  • Federal government portfolio (DOD, VA, GSA, etc.)
  • Experience with (UFC's, ETL's, AFMAN's, and AFI's.)
  • Additional credentialing such as PMP, DBIA, and/or LEEP AP
  • Experience in developing scope, fee, and terms for proposals and change orders for interdisciplinary teams related to building design and engineering.
  • Experience in implementing design quality assurance and quality control activities
  • Ability to interact regularly and professionally with senior management and technical staff in other offices on business development and project execution issues
  • Architect or Engineer with professional registration in the US
  • USACE CQM certification or equivalent
  • Industry certifications such as CCM or PMP
  • Holds or previously held a Department of Defense security clearance
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities
  • Proven organizational skills with a proven track record in client satisfaction while meeting deliverables and deadline requirements
  • Internally driven, self-starter, team orientated

Additional Information
  • Sponsorship is not available now or in the future for this position

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.

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