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Change the World.\nAt 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.\nThere 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.\nWe're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.\n AECOM is seeking an experienced Application Support Specialist (Project Controls) to join our global digital capabilities team. to be based out of our Enterprise Capabilities office in Bucharest, Romania and will offer the flexibility of a Hybrid work schedule, offering both in-office and remote work schedules. This role bridges the gap between deep technical and functional project management systems.\nYou will be responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and configuring our global software applications, with a heavy emphasis on implementing and supporting electronic program management systems-specifically Oracle Primavera, Unifier, and Microsoft Power Apps. This position requires a combination of robust system administration skills and an understanding of project controls workflows.\nKey Responsibilities:\nApplication Support & System Configuration\nOversee the installation, testing, performance monitoring, and maintenance of global software applications to streamline engineering and construction operations.\nConfigure project controls platforms (specifically Primavera, Unifier, Power Apps, and other project management software) to meet specific program requirements, workflow designs, and contractual obligations.\nAnalyze diagrammatic representations of business workflows and translate them into technical form designs and automated system logic.\nIdentify, analyze, and troubleshoot system malfunctions, performing diagnostic tests before releasing application updates.\nProvide tier-2/3 application support for both internal and external system users.\nInfrastructure & Database Administration\nManage domain, server, database, and cloud infrastructure administration supporting digital project controls tools.\nEvaluate, build, and resolve complex software interface issues, utilizing experience with Web APIs to ensure seamless data flow between systems.\nVerify the efficiency of network infrastructure and analyze system metrics to detect and correct program deficiencies.\nManage user accounts, permissions, and security profiles across applications.\nClient Interface & Team Collaboration\nWork closely with the global digital capabilities team, clients, contractors, and consultants to define technical solutions and resolve interface problems.\nAdvise senior management on application capabilities, limitations, implementation status, and proactive risk mitigation.\nTrain, mentor, and develop staff on system functionality and technical design documentation.\nAssist in marketing and project acquisition by demonstrating technical system capabilities to prospective clients.\n Minimum Requirements:\nEducation: B.Sc. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, IT, or a closely related technical field.\nExperience: 6+ years of experience in technical application support, with a proven track record in project/program controls system implementation.\nTechnical Skills: Advanced knowledge of computer hardware, server/database methods, cloud infrastructure, and hands-on experience working with Web APIs.\nDomain Knowledge: Solid understanding of basic business practices, accounting principles, and data reporting structures associated with capital project management.\nSoft Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; ability to listen to users, interpret vague scope guidance, and accurately document technical design information.\nFlexibility: Ability to shift project assignments immediately due to changing priorities and a commitment to providing \"on-call\" services as required by upper management.\nEnglish language proficiency both written and verbal\nPreferred Qualifications:\nM.Sc. in Computer Science, IT, or a related engineering field.\nOracle Primavera Unifier Certification with direct experience in Unifier form design and workflow creation.\nHands-on experience developing or maintaining solutions within Microsoft Power Apps.\nAdvanced knowledge of front-end and back-end programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, C++).\nPrior application support experience within the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry\n 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.\nAbout AECOM\nAECOM 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.\nAECOM 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.\nWhat makes AECOM a great place to work\nYou 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.\nAs an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. 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