Construction Project Manager (Dredging)

Company Description

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager (Dredging) for our Baltimore, MD office that supports the successful delivery of complex construction projects by providing on-site construction monitoring, inspection, and quality assurance services. Experience with capital dredging, material handling, earthworks and site coordination is required and experience working with USACE and MDE would be advantageous . Working under general supervision as part of a multidisciplinary PMCM team, the role focuses on overseeing assigned construction packages while coordinating closely with contractors, client representatives, design engineers, and third-party inspectors. The position emphasizes ensuring compliance with approved plans, specifications, safety requirements, and quality standards, while maintaining accurate field documentation, reports, and logs to support project controls, cost tracking, and overall construction performance.

 

Other responsibilities of this role include, but may not be limited to, the following:

• Under general supervision, monitor and document construction activities of the construction contractor(s) to ensure compliance with the plans and specifications with a focus on a particular package but as needed assisting across construction various packages.
• Under general supervision, performs routine duties on site during the course of the construction workday.
• Displays knowledge and abilities to perform daily quality assurance inspections to assure the contractor’s workmanship meets industry standards, is high quality, and that materials and equipment meet or exceed the requirements of the plans and specifications.
• Compares materials and equipment installed with approved submittals, shop drawings, requests for information, and change orders and take appropriate action if unapproved materials or equipment are utilized.
• Displays applications of sound professional judgment on details of work.
• Prepare and submit a daily inspection report to AECOM’s Senior Construction Manager
• Performs project assurance of quantity surveys for tracking, reporting, and contractor payment purposes.
• Identifies, tracks and manages interfaces between construction packages.
• Coordinates field matters, as necessary, between client personnel, contractor, design engineers, and third-party entities such as special inspections. 
• Displays knowledge and abilities to evaluate, select and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria to meet basic engineering and construction specifications and plans.
• Independently performs walk-downs and inspections of installed commodities to assure conformance with specifications and design and raises issues to the Senior Construction Manager.
• Assures quality control measures are in place and being followed through a formal quality assurance process to be developed.
• Participates in safety programs as required, both internally (AECOM’s) and externally (Contractor’s) assurance of adherence.
• Ability to chair progress meetings, if necessary, and keep accurate notes for team’s creation of minutes.
• Tracks and oversight of change order logs along with ability to recognize the validity of a change order request by the contractors.
• Tracks RFI’s and submittals for own knowledge in coordination of works.
• Keep daily diaries and logs, provide input to weekly and monthly reporting.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• BA/BS in Engineering, Construction or related field + 6 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Valid U.S Driver’s License and as a condition of employment, must pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records Review.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• 10+ years of relevant experience in construction management and inspection in the engineering or construction industry.
• PE registration.
• Experience in port and marine terminal development.
• Experience working as part of a field PMCM team.
• Experience working with a PMIS (Procore, etc.)
• Familiarity with the Baltimore, MD area.
• Relevant Field Experience preferred.
• Success in working with remote teams.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• Relocation is not available for this position.

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.