Job Description

The Opportunity

Flywire is seeking an experienced, self-motivated Project Manager t o join our dynamic and growing team. As a Flywire Project Manager in Education, you will partner with colleges and universities to ensure the successful implementation of our suite of products. If you have previous experience in higher education project management, experience with SAAS based integrations, and want to launch your career in the exciting world of Fintech this is the role for you!

Key Responsibilities:

The Project Manager’s primary objective is to review sales documentation, develop project plans, organize project resources, manage client relationships, and deliver successful projects.

• Proven ability to plan, organize, drive, and fully execute on simultaneous multi-phase projects from end to end
• After the contract is executed, manage and deliver projects on time, within scope, and within budget for our education partners
• Coordinate with and manage solutions consultants, technical implementation managers, product management, relationship management, engineering support, and third-parties/vendors to develop project scope and plans, and client objectives all while gauging technical feasibility
• Effectively manage client expectations, project risk levels, and communication across internal and external stakeholders
• Provide accurate, timely, and detailed weekly status updates to management, including progress against the project plan, timeline changes, risks, issues, and upcoming milestones
• Work in collaboration with various internal departments to identify needed improvements, recommend solutions, and escalate items to Director/VP as appropriate

Qualifications

** Minimum Experience:**

• BA/BS + 2 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred Experience:

• Five years of full time paid-professional experience managing the facilities design, or the planning and coordination of capital projects that includes the overall design, contract administration, cost estimating, and scheduling activities

• Experience working with the Division of the State Architect (DSA)

• Experience utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM)

• Experience with construction management

• Progressive design build

• Manage projects $10M and above,

• Experience coordinating local worker PLAs, prevailing wage / DIR experience, public works projects

• Housing or Workforce Housing project experience

• Live near Pasadena

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or related field

• Additional courses in business administration, public relations, accounting, finance, personnel management, educational facilities planning, and/or communication are preferred

Preferred Licenses and Certificates:

• A valid Certificate of Registration as an Architect by the California State Architectural Board or Professional Engineer by the State Board for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
• A valid Construction Manager (CCM) credential by the Construction Manager Certification Institute (CMCI)
• LEED Professional Accreditation
• DBIA certification

Additional Information

• Sponsorship is not available.
• Relocation is not available.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

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 2025. 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.