Senior Design Manager

Here is what you will be doing :

Technical Excellence :

• Delivery of EC Africa Projects understand status budget risks etc.
• Understands and embrace AECOM PMs best practices and AECOMs PDS and EC GEPs
• Has a solid Technical Background on Multidisciplinary Engineering Projects and can contribute to technical discussions when needed
• Undertakes the full responsibility and tasks of the design management of projects
• Able to analyse all types of projects commercially and advise the Project Delivery Teams of the commercial health of their projects and highlights concerns in advance.
• Prepares and assists in various levels of project reporting. Key contributor in the preparation of the monthly status reports.
• Reviews and approves output from project cost and schedule systems. Prepares or reviews presentations based on system output.
• Delivers effective communication inclusive of clients and team members to clarify expectations and requirements
• Prepare cost proposals for projects or programs.
• Prepare project reports KPIs and ensures that Quality Procedures are followed within EC Africa and multi-centric Projects that are managed in EC Africa.
• Collaborate and coordinate closely with the Lead Office Project Manager and design teams
• Ensures assigned design teams effectively coordinate with each other
• Responsible for ensuring that any additional work / changes in scope are approved by clients
• Ensures that quality reviews are conducted and that the appropriate Lead Verifiers are assigned to the projects
• Collaborate with the client to confirm the design approach and that it satisfies the client scope of services and expectations
• Supports other Africa EC Lead PMs / DMs in their day to day duties and project discussions.

Qualifications :

Here is what we are looking for :

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Additional Information :

At AECOM you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity

At AECOM our Freedom to Grow philosophy supports flexibility and balance to help our people thrive. As part of this approach we ask all hybrid employees to work from an AECOM office at least three days per week.

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 .

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 youll 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 youve always envisioned. Here youll 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.

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time

Key Skills

Lighting Design,FileMaker,Mobile Marketing,Sketchup,Relationship Management,Adobe Photoshop,Autocad,Adobe Illustrator,Team Management,Revit,Experience Design,Grasshopper

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1