Job DescriptionAECOM is seeking an
Client Portfolio Manager, specializing in
Hyper-scale Data Centers. This position is a remote opportunity and can be based out of any of AECOM's U.S. offices.
This position offers the flexibility of a remote work schedule and can be based from a variety of locations in the US were AECOM has an office.
Although the position is primarily remote periodic travel may be required for client meetings, key project milestones, onsite collaboration sessions, or other business-critical activities. Travel is expected to be occasional and scheduled in advance.AECOM is a leader in the global data center consulting industry with robust teams in the Americas, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with our teams around the world on high-profile, fast-paced data center projects for global clients. This is a hands-on, client-facing role with an opportunity for upward career mobility.
About the Role:We are seeking an experienced Client Portfolio Manager to play a critical leadership role within the AECOM U.S. Data Center Practice. The candidate will be responsible for driving business performance, leading major proposal efforts, managing strategic client portfolios, and supporting the successful execution of high-value design projects.
This role operates at the intersection of business development, client management, and project delivery, ensuring that client
pursuits are competitive, projects are executed efficiently, and financial and operational objectives are achieved.
The Client Portfolio Manager will partner closely with executive leadership, design directors, client account managers, and discipline leaders to support revenue growth, client satisfaction, and operational excellence across hyperscale and colocation
data center portfolios.
This position is ideal for a highly organized, business-minded leader with deep experience in managing complex A/E/C client portfolios and supporting major proposal pursuits.
Key Responsibilities- Provide portfolio-level leadership across multiple concurrent data center design projects
- Monitor portfolio performance including schedule, budget, staffing, and risk
- Identify and resolve cross-project constraints impacting delivery
- Ensure consistency of execution across multiple projects and clients
- Support Design Managers and Project Managers in maintaining successful delivery
- Support business development and proposal writing for new pursuits
- Lead preparation of major technical and commercial proposals, including:
- Go / No-Go coordination
- Proposal schedules and deliverable management
- Fee strategy coordination
- Staffing plans and resource alignment
- Executive review coordination
- Interview preparation and coaching
- Coordinate closely with Client Account Managers and Technical Leaders
- Improve proposal processes, templates, and win strategies
- Support capture planning for strategic pursuits
- Serve as a key point of contact for strategic clients
- Participate in client meetings, presentations, and portfolio reviews
- Support Client Account Managers in maintaining strong client relationships
- Help identify new opportunities within existing client portfolios
- Assist in managing client expectations and overall client experience
- Travel as needed for project-related activities such as client meetings and site visits.
QualificationsRequired Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field plus eight (8) years of relevant experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
- Minimum 5+ years managing complex programs or major projects
- Experience supporting or leading proposal efforts
- Strong understanding of A/E/C project delivery process
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Strong business and financial acumen
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities
Preferred Qualifications:- 10 plus years of relevant experience.
- Direct experience supporting data center projects
- Experience working with hyperscale or colocation clients
- Experience managing large multi-disciplinary design teams
- Experience with Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build delivery models
- PMP certification preferred
- Professional licensure (Architect, Engineer) is a plus but not required.
Additional Information- Relocation is not available for this role.
- Sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
- 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.
- Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $165,000 to $200,000.
