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As a Senior Construction Project Manager at AECOM, your responsibilities include overall project management, establishing the project's objectives and policies, acting as a liaison between AECOM and clients, and ensuring all aspects of construction align with design, budget, and schedule through the oversight of subordinate managers and supervisors.

To become a Senior Construction Project Manager at AECOM, you need a Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience. Preferred qualifications include experience in design-build and the healthcare sector, which will enhance your application.

As a Senior Construction Project Manager at AECOM, you will manage a variety of significant infrastructure projects, including those in healthcare and other sectors, overseeing everything from pre-construction phases to project closeout while ensuring compliance with design specifications and budget constraints.

Unfortunately, AECOM does not offer sponsorship for the Senior Construction Project Manager position, either now or in the future, so applicants must have the legal right to work in the United States.

AECOM offers a comprehensive benefits package tailored to the diverse needs of employees, which may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, retirement savings plans, and opportunities for continued professional development.

When answering this question, highlight a project where you successfully met or exceeded client expectations in terms of budget and timeline. Discuss specific challenges you encountered and how you solved them while collaborating with your team.

To ensure a project remains within budget, discuss your experience in careful project planning, procurement strategies, and constant communication with stakeholders. Highlight how you monitor expenses regularly and adjust plans as needed to avoid overspending.

Effective project risk management involves identifying potential risks early on and developing response strategies. Share specific techniques such as regular risk assessments, developing contingency plans, and fostering open communication with your team.

Discuss your leadership style, emphasizing the importance of communication and team bonding activities. Share examples of how you have motivated your team and maintained high morale during challenging phases of a project.

The most important skill for a Senior Construction Project Manager is the ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders. Effective communication promotes collaboration and ensures every aspect of the project is understood by all parties involved.

When faced with conflicts, it’s crucial to address them quickly and fairly. Discuss how you facilitate communication between conflicting parties and work towards a resolution that keeps the team united and focused on the project goals.

Discuss your specific involvement in design-build projects, emphasizing the unique challenges and rewards they present. Share examples of how you facilitated collaboration between design teams and construction teams to ensure smooth transitions.

If a project is falling behind schedule, outline how you assess the reasons for the delay, communicate with the team for input, and devise a plan to recover lost time, including reallocating resources or adjusting timelines, if necessary.

Client communication is vital in project management. Explain that keeping the client informed establishes trust, allows for better decision-making, and encourages positive relationships. Provide an example of how client feedback led to successful project outcomes.

For quality control, discuss your commitment to establishing clear quality standards at the beginning of a project. Highlight specific strategies like regular site inspections, quality audits, and training opportunities for team members to ensure adherence to those standards.