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Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

**AECOM TechWorks** has supported our customers in some of their most challenging times. We’ve helped both public and private sector clients collect, manage, process, store, and exploit data for thousands of damaged structures, hundreds of thousands of square miles of imagery, dozens of critical infrastructure components, implemented AI solutions for internal and external clients, and deployed solutions across mobile, desktop, and browser-based platforms. Our portfolio of meaningful and high-profile projects continues to expand.

We are seeking a technically adept and highly organized **Project Manager for Applied AI Engineering** to lead and coordinate innovative AI initiatives. This role is designed for a civil engineering candidate with a strong foundation in machine learning, computer vision, and engineering systems, combined with demonstrated experience managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects from concept to deployment.

This is a remote position open to qualified candidates already located within the continental United States and will be tied to the TechWorks core office in Germantown, MD. The expectation of the candidate selected for this position is that they will work collaboratively with the team by utilizing Microsoft Teams, JIRA, Confluence and other collaboration and development tools.

Responsibilities

AI Technical Innovation

+ Contribute to the development of reusable frameworks and best practices for applied AI.

+ Oversee the integration of applied ML and computer vision technologies into civil engineering workflows.

+ Translate complex technical concepts into actionable project plans and deliverables.

+ Support the deployment of AI systems in operational environments, including cloud-based platforms and field-ready hardware.

+ Identify opportunities to streamline project workflows and improve delivery efficiency.

+ Support the adoption of modern MLOps practices, data pipelines, and orchestration tools.

Project Leadership & Execution

+ Manage the planning, execution, and delivery of AI-focused engineering projects, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and sponsor expectations.

+ Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource plans across multiple concurrent initiatives.

+ Coordinate cross-functional teams including data scientists, software engineers, domain experts, and external partners.

+ Lead project meetings, track milestones, manage risks, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality outcomes.

+ Serve as the primary point of contact for internal leadership and external clients, providing regular updates and managing expectations.

+ Prepare and deliver briefings, reports, and demonstrations to communicate progress, challenges, and impact.

+ Facilitate collaboration within and across business lines and with client organizations.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

+ BA/BS degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field +6 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

+ Project management or technical leadership roles and experience, in AI, ML, and data-driven engineering environments.

+ ML frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow), cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), and orchestration tools (Docker, Airflow) experience.

+ Due to the nature of the work, U.S. Citizenship or Green Card is required.

Preferred Qualifications

+ PhD degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field

+ Experience in wide range of civil engineering domains such including water infrastructure, structural inspection, and transportation systems.

+ Hands-on experience with applied ML, computer vision, or emerging technologies like NeRFs or LLMs.

+ PMP or Agile certification is a plus.

+ Comfortable working across technical and non-technical stakeholders.

+ Excellent verbal and written skills.

+ Demonstrated experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and delivering project success.

+ Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage ambiguity and drive clarity.

Additional Information

+ This position does not offer relocation assistance.

+ Sponsorship for US Employment Authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $150,000.00 - $180,000.00.

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 aecom.com.

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, you’ll 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 you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll 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.

**ReqID:** J10137965

**Business Line:** Water

**Business Group:** DCS

**Strategic Business Unit:** East

**Career Area:** Engineering

**Work Location Model:** Remote

**Compensation:** USD 150000 - USD 180000 - yearly