Deputy Project Manager

AECOM seeks a Project Manager for an anticipated 3-year, $30 million USAID Ukraine Critical Resilience and Engineering (CRANE) project. Critical infrastructure may include energy systems, water and sanitation systems, buildings, telecommunications, transportation systems, border crossings, and railways and ports.The DPM will assist the Project Manager (PM) in managing and monitoring project delivery, providing oversight of project personnel and operations, and representing the project to USAID and stakeholders. The DPM will also oversee a multidisciplinary design team and oversee the design process that develop scopes of work, visits proposed sites, obtains client approvals, manages design resources, and approve conceptual designs. The position is full time and will be located in Kyiv, Ukraine and is contingent upon contract award.The DPM will report to the Chief of Party.Responsibilities:Assist the Chief of Party in advancing and implementing a strategic vision for project delivery and catalyzing buy-in from key counterpart and beneficiary organizationsSupport the Chief of Party in overseeing delivery of all operational, financial, personnel and administrative requirements in compliance with all contractual terms, USAID rules and regulations, and AECOM policies and proceduresManage multi-disciplinary teams of infrastructure design engineers and other technical staff to complete detailed designs, specifications, and tender documentsAssist PM in leading development of annual work plans, required deliverables and progress reports, and other technical requestsServe as acting PM, as requestedCoordinate with local Ukrainian authorities and stakeholders to ensure project alignment with local needs and regulationsOversee quality control processes for all project deliverables, ensuring they meet USAID and AECOM standardsDevelop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plansIdentify and mitigate project risks, developing contingency plans as necessaryFacilitate communication and collaboration between project teams, subcontractors, and stakeholdersConduct regular site visits to monitor progress and ensure compliance with project specificationsPrepare and deliver presentations to USAID, local partners, and other stakeholders on project progress and outcomesMentor and develop junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharingEnsure adherence to all safety protocols and environmental regulations in project implementationAbility to clear background check including substance abuse test and medical clearance