Project Manager - Aviation

As a Project Manager at AECOM, you will be pivotal in overseeing multiple aviation projects, ensuring they stay within scope, budget, and schedule. Your duties will include managing quality adherence, coordinating project activities with various stakeholders, and providing regular status reports on project progress. You will also support the procurement process and negotiate construction phase services. Your proactive problem-solving skills will be crucial in resolving any issues and keeping everything on track.

To qualify for the Aviation Project Manager role at AECOM, candidates should have a BA/BS degree with at least 10 years of relevant experience. A valid Class C driver’s license is required, and additional qualifications such as a Civil PE license or previous aviation experience are preferred. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, along with the ability to obtain an airport Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge.

In the role of Project Manager at AECOM, you will utilize a variety of software tools to facilitate project management tasks. Key tools include Unifier for project tracking, BIM for design coordination, Primavera P6 for scheduling, and SharePoint for documentation and collaboration. Familiarity with these tools will be beneficial for managing your assignments effectively and ensuring smooth project execution.

AECOM is committed to the professional growth of its employees, including Project Managers. The company offers award-winning training and development programs aimed at enhancing technical expertise and leadership skills. Moreover, you will be a part of a collaborative environment where resource sharing among experts is encouraged, allowing you to expand your knowledge continuously and advance your career.

While previous aviation experience is preferred for the Project Manager role at AECOM, it is not strictly required. Candidates with relevant project management experience in other sectors may still be considered if they possess strong skills in managing complex projects. If you can demonstrate your ability to handle project lifecycle effectively, AECOM encourages you to apply.

When answering this question, be sure to highlight any specific aviation projects you’ve worked on, detailing your role, responsibilities, and the outcomes of those projects. Discuss the methodologies you employed and any software tools you used to track progress and manage resources. Relating your experiences to AECOM's mission will show that you understand the company's goals.

In your response, discuss your process for setting realistic timelines and budgets at the outset of a project and how you regularly monitor these throughout the project lifecycle. Mention any tools or techniques you employ, such as Gantt charts or critical path analysis, and emphasize the importance of communication with stakeholders to avoid surprises.

Share your approach to conflict resolution, including active listening and maintaining open lines of communication. Provide examples of past situations where you've successfully navigated disagreements by finding common ground or applying negotiation skills. Highlight the importance of keeping the project's goals in focus.

Explain your methodology for identifying, assessing, and prioritizing risks in projects. Discuss how you develop mitigation strategies and maintain flexibility to adapt when new risks arise. Providing a real-life example demonstrates your foundational knowledge and application of risk management strategies.

Talk about the systems you have in place for quality assurance, including how you perform quality reviews and ensure adherence to the specified standards throughout the project. Mention any tools you might use for tracking quality metrics and share how you involve team members in quality discussions.

Detail your proficiency with various project management software that you have used, such as Unifier, Primavera P6, or BIM tools. Share specific examples of how these tools aided in project delivery, and adapt your experiences to how they can be beneficial at AECOM.

Discuss your strategy for identifying stakeholders and their interests. Detail how you maintain relationships through regular communication and updates. Emphasize the importance of stakeholder buy-in for project success and provide examples of how you've facilitated this in previous roles.

Share insights on how you leverage various motivation techniques tailored to individual team members, such as setting clear goals, offering opportunities for skill development, or recognizing and rewarding accomplishments. Provide examples of how this approach has led to improved team performance.

Provide a specific project example that outlines the challenges faced, your thought process, and the strategies you implemented to overcome those challenges. Focus on your problem-solving abilities and how the experience contributed to your growth as a Project Manager.

Reflect on AECOM’s mission and its impact on global infrastructure. Discuss how your values align with the company’s commitment to sustainability and community improvement. Share your passion for aviation projects and how you believe your skills can contribute to AECOM’s ongoing success.