Project Manager Remediation and Waste Management

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Company: AECOM

Location: Edmonton, AB T5A 0A1

Description:

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is actively seeking a Project Manager to join our growing Western Canada Environment team. The right candidate can work locally from our Edmonton AB office and AECOM can provide hybrid work options to give the flexibility you need to do your best work. This is a regular, full-time position.

We have a significant backlog of northern remediation and waste management projects, are we are looking for a candidate that has a can-do attitude, is enthusiastic, team-oriented professional, with a strong project management background. The appropriately qualified candidate will have a strong understanding and experience in project management.

So why join us? At AECOM you can join our local, and global, world class team of technical and project management professionals where you'll get to work on various multi-disciplinary and high-profile projects across the country. The project management role will focus on supporting ongoing solid waste management and remediation projects across Western Canada but will also interface with other projects within AECOM's Environment business.

We have multiple and varied project opportunities and are seeking strong candidates and great people to join our talented team. If you're ready for the challenge of working in a fast paced, multi-disciplinary environment - this is the career opportunity for you!

Responsibilities

Below are example responsibilities you can expect when working within the AECOM team to deliver all phases of projects:
  • Exhibiting personal safety leadership in the oversight and execution of all work.
  • Manage and deliver on scope and schedule including cross-business line staff coordination.
  • Development and management of client-facing relationships.
  • Providing leadership and project manager expertise in support of ongoing AECOM remediation and waste management projects, including the review of work scopes and client deliverables
  • Accountability for project performance and compliance with project delivery expectations
  • Demonstrating creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in anticipating and solving both routine and unusual project delivery and technical problems.
  • Development of strategic proposals and budgets in support of work opportunities.
  • Regularly communicate with regulators, clients, and other AECOM technical staff/project managers


Qualifications

Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in a relevant engineering (Civil, Chemical, Environmental etc.) or sciences discipline: Environmental Sciences, etc.
  • 4+ years of relevant experience
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Strong client management skills
  • Valid driver's license
  • Proficient with MS Office Suite; excellent knowledge of Project, Excel, and Word

Preferred Qualifications

Below are examples of experience that would be an asset when working in this position:
  • Registered as an engineer or geoscientist with APEGA
  • 10+ years of work experience 5 of those of PM experience
  • 10+ years of experience directly managing waste management and/or remediation projects
  • Registered with Project Management Institute or registered as Project Manager Professional
  • Personal Attributes
    • Highly developed written communication, time management and organizational skills
    • Demonstrated interpersonal skills; conduct yourself with integrity, work within multi-disciplined teams, deal with complex issues, and maintain effective working relationships
    • Have a high level of initiative and enthusiasm for getting things done


Additional Information

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 2024. 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.

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