Design Manager, Airport

Design Manager, Airport Full-time State/Province: Ontario Business Group: DCS Legal Entity: AECOM Canada ULC Business Line: B&P - Buildings & Places Work Location Model: On-Site Operating Group: Americas Primary Location: CA - Mississauga, ON - 5090 Explorer Compensation: CAD 160000 - CAD 200000 - yearly 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 is seeking a Design Manager to join our team. This position is based on-site, out of Mississauga. This position is for a newly created position. We are seeking professionals to join our team to help us build one of the most advanced, sustainable and passenger-friendly airports in the world. Major Responsibilities: Leads the implementation and coordination of multi-disciplinary design standards, working in close collaboration with the main contractor. Oversees all pre-construction services, including design planning, site development, permitting, and procurement support across all design phases. Serves as the primary client interface throughout all project phases, providing technical leadership, guidance, and subject matter expertise in design development. Manages design consultancy agreements to ensure alignment with contract requirements related to technical specifications, schedules, and budgets. Facilitates design reviews and ensures timely, coordinated input from all stakeholders to support efficient decision-making. Oversees reviews conducted by external stakeholders, including airlines, regulatory agencies, and authorities having jurisdiction. Prepares and presents progress and performance reports to senior management and executive leadership, highlighting key risks and opportunities. Coordinates the client’s design review and approval process across all phases, ensuring a smooth transition from Development to Construction. Provides technical support to delivery teams, applying knowledge of design phases and facility requirements to inform construction planning and execution. Leads and coordinates quality reviews to ensure design compliance with program scope and technical requirements. Qualifications Minimum Requirements: University Degree in Engineering or Architecture + 8 years of experience in large capital programs in an engineering / design management position with a focus on terminal renovation / improvement programs. Preferred Requirements: Relevant professional designation is considered an asset. Typically requires a minimum of 10 years of professional experience. Specialized experience in the design management of technology systems, including Building Management Systems (BMS), Life Safety Systems, Power Monitoring Systems, Passenger Boarding Bridges, Automated People Movers, and other building technology infrastructure. Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit; experience with MicroStation, Civil 3D, and BIM software is considered an asset. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications. Proven ability to conduct comprehensive design reviews and effectively lead design coordination activities. Solid understanding of program development