Aecom
Trusted global infrastructure consulting firm delivering engineering, design, construction management services.
Project Manager - Water/Wastewater
Manage municipal water/wastewater projects for OC San, overseeing planning to closeout.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Support program-level delivery of municipal water and wastewater capital and small projects. • Independently manage moderately complex projects from planning through closeout, overseeing scope, schedule, budget, and risk. • Provide owner‑side project management support including controls, scheduling, cost tracking, estimating, procurement coordination, and change management. • Direct and coordinate AECOM technical staff, subconsultants, and other resources. • Interface with OC San project managers, engineers, operations staff, and leadership. • Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, resolving issues to protect cost, schedule, and quality. • Review and ensure quality of design calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical documents. • Prepare project documentation such as reports, meeting minutes, schedules, and status updates. • Support construction coordination, handling RFIs, submittals, and issue resolution. • Mentor mid‑ and junior‑level engineers or project managers as needed.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸project management
- ▸schedule control
- ▸cost tracking
- ▸risk mitigation
- ▸design review
- ▸construction coordination
What You Bring
AECOM Water is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support the Orange County Sanitation District’s Capital and Small Projects Program. The hybrid role reports to the OC San Fountain Valley office 2‑3 days a week and works remotely otherwise, providing program‑level project management for multiple water and wastewater capital and small projects. The position requires strong municipal water/wastewater expertise, owner‑side delivery experience, and the ability to manage several projects and stakeholders simultaneously. • Bachelor’s degree in civil or related engineering and at least six years water/wastewater experience. • Professional Engineer registration (California preferred or obtainable within six months). • Valid driver’s license and ability to pass motor vehicle records review. • Strong written and oral communication, quantitative, and interpersonal skills; proactive work ethic. • Proficiency with CAD and design software (Civil 3D, Bentley, Water CAD, Sewer CAD, ArcGIS).
Requirements
- ▸civil engineering
- ▸pe license
- ▸driver's license
- ▸communication
- ▸civil 3d
- ▸arcgis
Benefits
AECOM offers a comprehensive benefits portfolio that may include medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, paid time off, flexible work options, retirement savings, employee stock purchase, and various wellness and assistance programs. Our award‑winning training and development initiatives help employees expand technical expertise and leadership skills, while our inclusive culture fosters respect, collaboration, and community. We are an equal‑opportunity employer committed to supporting diverse talent, and all applicant information is handled confidentially in accordance with EEO guidelines. The position is based in Orange, CA, classified as hybrid, and offers a salary range of $150,000 to $197,000 per year. Sponsorship and relocation assistance are available. • Sponsorship and relocation assistance considered. • Competitive salary $150k‑$197k annually with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement, PTO, flexible work options, and employee stock purchase plan.
Work Environment
Hybrid