Deputy - Program Director

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Job Description

AECOM is currently seeking a Deputy | Program Director for K-12 projects in the state of Georgia. This person will be directly responsible for the Education Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (E-SPLOST) Capital Improvement Program. They will also be responsible for related operations for a public school district serving 40K students across 70+ school facilities.

This person will be responsible for but not limited to the following:

• Oversees the design and permitting for all projects assigned
• Coordinates project requirements, as needed, with 3rd party agencies
• Manages the design consultants and CM deliverables
• Provides input required for the Monthly Program Report relative to current
• status and issues to the Construction Manager
• Reviews and recommends approval of construction delivery proposals
• Evaluates, coordinates and provides recommendations to the Client for changes and/or modifications to design consultants, contractors' scope of services
• Manages all deliverable reviews and resolves review comments with design consultants.
• Reviews and recommends bulletins
• Reviews and recommends change orders
• Technical management of assigned design consultant
• Participates in and chairs, as needed, regularly scheduled progress meetings to review the status of projects
• Participates in the weekly Project Coordination Meeting chaired by the Deputy Program Director.
• Participates in and chairs, as needed, regularly scheduled design review comment and reconciliation meetings with the design consultant(s)
• Facilitates resolution of technical and contractual issues of assigned design.
• Participates in Owner-Architect-Contractors weekly or bi-weekly progress meetings
• Reviews contractor Requests for Information (RFI)
• Provides Client with input concerning Errors &Omissions issues
• Monitors actual project scope, budgets, schedules and quality vs. established project scope, budgets, schedules and quality and promptly reports any deviations to the Client and design consultant and/or construction contractor
• Manages any required corrective action to scope, budgets, schedules and quality.
• Manages the design and construction support activities
• Participates with the design consultant in design evaluations, studies, reports and alternative rankings
• Manages the design consultant's construction phase services during construction.
• Facilitates phasing and logistics meetings.
• Manages the technical and administrative support staff assigned to the Project Manager.
• Coordinates with appropriate Project Administrators.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Deputy Program Director and/or Design and Construction Director.
• Evaluates A/E's and Contractors
• Provides primary consulting services to clients of various sizes
• Assesses and manages risk on behalf of the client
• Position will include wearing associated personal protective equipment including, but not limited to safety glasses/goggles, safety shoes/boots, hard hat, and fall protection
• Provides oversight and direction to client-procured architects, contractors, and consultants, and other AECOM staff as assigned
• Routinely resolves difficult project issues with schedule or cost impact
• Basic project management training and certification preferred
• Occasionally standing/walking, operating vehicles, climbing stairs, and performing repetitive fine hand movements; Rarely working at heights, wearing fall protection, and lifting less than 25 pounds
• Working in outdoor environments with uneven terrain and variable outdoor conditions including heat and moisture

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or another related field + 8 years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 2 years of leadership as a Senior Project Manager
• Experience with Georgia K-12 programs
• Experience with GADOE
• Construction management of K-12 programs
• Management of K-12 Planning, Design, and Construction
• Must pass a State and Federal criminal history/security pre-employment
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen
• Due to the nature of this role, US citizenship is required

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience managing vertical construction projects or related
• Certification as a Certified Construction Manager (CCM) by CMAA is preferred, or certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) by PMI is desirable
• OSHA 30-Hour Training certificate preferred

Additional Information

• Sponsorship is not available 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.

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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.