AECOM · Denver, CO

Deputy Project Manager at AECOM — Denver, CO

Full-timeDenver, COPosted 2026-07-30Apply on SmartRecruiters

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AECOM is actively seeking a talented Deputy Environmental Project Manager for employment in our Denver, CO office. Imagine making a positive impact in your community while working on rewarding projects, such as environmental justice, remediation, or Brownfields projects. The role has a preference to be a hybrid work model and can be based out of any number of our office locations throughout the West, specifically Denver or Ft. Collins.

Responsibilities for this position may include the following:

  • Understands site investigation and remediation techniques to drive solutions for our clients.
  • Responsible for the overall management of projects and establishes project-specific objectives.
  • Provides management and guidance to AECOM staff, subcontractors, and vendors.
  • Engages existing and potential clients regarding AECOM service capabilities, and services.
  • Provide mentorship to staff.
  • Oversees and delivers projects in accordance with specifications, budget, and schedule
  • May oversee and direct Project Managers with multiple projects.
  • Determine and define project scope and objectives.
  • Supervise the management of all phases of projects.
  • Predict resource needs and manage resources effectively.
  • Provide technical oversight and quality control.
  • Provide project updates on a consistent basis to various stakeholders about strategy, adjustments, and progress.
  • Identify, mitigate, and manage project risks.
  • Manage more complex clients and projects.
  • Consistently deliver profit margins as planned.

Minimum Requirements

  • BS in engineering, geology, environmental science, or a related field, AND (2) Two + years of experience in site investigation, remediation, project management and business development experience OR demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
  • US Citizen or US Permanent Resident.
  • Successful candidate will be required to pass a background check.

Preferred Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in site investigation, remediation, project management, and business development experience.
  • Licensed (Professional Engineer or Geologist).
  • Experience working with Local and State of Colorado,
  • 40-hour HAZWOPER certified (current).
  • PMP certification.
  • Experience with regulator and stakeholder negotiations.
  • Sponsorship is not offered for this position
  • Relocation is not offered for this position

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