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AECOM Transportation in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Senior Project Manager / Construction Manager V to manage rail and transit design and construction projects.

• Directs and manages the entire project (often various projects simultaneously), provides guidance to subordinate managers, enforces company and project policies, and act as the primary liaison between AECOM and clients. 
• Accountable for all facets of the project including their accordance with design, budget and schedule. 
• Overall responsibility and management of project including, but not limited to, budgeting/schedule stage, procurement, through contract closeout.

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS + 8 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Professional Engineer (PE), Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Valid 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• BS Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or similar field + 8 years of project management and/or construction management experience within the transportation-related construction industry or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Experience within the rail / transit industry
• Experience with managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience utilizing Primavera P6, MS Project and/or similar project management information software.

• Relocation assistance is available for this opportunity.
• Sponsorship is not available for this opportunity.

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