Change Manager Lead

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AECOM is seeking a Change Manager Lead for Los Angeles, CA.

Job responsibilities will include, but not limited to:

• Skilled in the development of commercial strategies. Capable of participating in negotiations.
• Requires a demonstrated ability to effectively lead the project controls function on a medium to large project.  
• Documents employee performance issues and plays an instrumental role in resolution as appropriate.
• Assumes mentoring and training roles as requested and identifies high potential employees to management.
• Conducts root cause analysis.  
• Drafts comprehensive project procedures.
• Possesses proven knowledge of scope control and change management.
• Utilizes extensive knowledge of construction contracting including the manner in which contract type effects implementation of project controls systems.
• Reviews performance trends, prepares analysis and cost impact and monthly project performance reports, and recommends contractor invoices for approval.
• Evaluates manpower, labor hour, and labor cost requirements versus budget limitations.
• Oversees the production and maintenance of accurate project schedules. Expert understanding of schedule resource loading and leveling.
• Assists the Project Manager in budgeting and managing incentive programs.
• Holds an expert understanding of schedule, critical path analysis, resource loading and leveling.
• Establishes and maintains client relationships.  
• Has the ability to review and analyze project program and oversee the production of accurate progress/performance reports.  
• Able to review and assess (as required) raw data that comes from project automated systems.
• Serves as a key participant in client and/or subcontractor negotiations
• Participates in staffing decisions for projects.  
• Ensures that a tracking database is developed and maintained to cross check subcontractor funding is aligned with work authorization and expenditures.  
• Involved in tracking system to insure that Project Management team is fully aware of detailed change order status.

The successful candidate will:

• Coordinate and Manage change management process, covering scope, cost, and schedule changes.
• Identify and assess change impacts to document for coordinated decision-making. This includes design, contract and supplier changes.
• Manage the overall process with input identified by the Design, PgM and CM teams and entered into and maintained in the program controls system.
• Assist in developing change management reporting.
• Lead and document change control board (CCB), including actions, decisions and follow up tasks.
• Assist and develop presentations, in conjunction with change initiator, for the change to be discussed at CCB.
• Ensure process developed and communicated, develop communications protocols for integrated team to be able to have immediate understanding of / access to changes

Minimum requirements:

• BA/BS + 10 years of related experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 2 years of leadership

Sponsorship for work authorization will not be offered for this position now or in the future.

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.