AECOM · Denver, CO

Deputy Project Manager at AECOM — Denver, CO

Full-timeDenver, COPosted 2026-07-17Apply 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.

  • 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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