Project Director - Electrical

Company Description

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Job Description

We are seeking a seasoned leader to deliver complex electrical construction scopes from preconstruction through commissioning for our project at the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center. You will drive schedule, cost, quality, and stakeholder alignment, serving as the client’s trusted advisor and leading multidisciplinary teams and trade partners.

Key responsibilities

Establishes operational objectives and work plans, delegates assignment to subordinate managers.

Reviews objectives to determine success of operation.

Develops, modifies, executes company polices that affect immediate operations and may have company-wide effect.

Works on issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth knowledge of organizational objectives.

Implements strategic policies when selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.

Oversees the administration of projects during the construction cycle including technical, financial, and client satisfaction.

Accountable for the development, coordination, and execution of the planning, design and/or construction management activities and personnel under individual's direction on a day-to-day basis.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

BA/BS + 10 YORE or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

Preferred Qualifications:

10+ years in electrical construction with multi-million-dollar project delivery

PMI Project Management Professional (PMP)

CMAA Certified Construction Manager (CCM)

OSHA 10-Hour Construction

OSHA 30-Hour Construction

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines

Additional Information

This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization now or in the future.

Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

This position is not hybrid nor remote.

This position may include relocation.

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 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.