AECOM

Program Management Director

AECOM$120K — $150K *
Real Estate & Construction
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BA/BS degree with 12+ years of related infrastructure program/project experience or equivalent education/experience, including 4 years in leadership roles.
  • U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of the work.
  • Preferred: Experience managing large infrastructure programs or projects.
  • Preferred: Licensed Professional Engineer in Washington DC, Maryland, or Virginia.
  • Preferred: Proven track record in defining project design requirements and managing schedules.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage large, complex programs with significant strategic value.
  • Provide technical leadership and strategic direction for global program delivery.
  • Advocate for ethical and safe working practices.
  • Drive innovative program management methodologies to differentiate AECOM in the market.
  • Collaborate with Global Business Lines and Regional leaders to identify and develop new business opportunities.
  • Proactively manage high-risk areas to influence positive program outcomes.
  • Contribute to global learning and talent development strategies in program management.

Benefits

  • Strong emphasis on ethical and safe working practices.
  • Opportunities for professional development and upskilling in program management.
  • Involved in shaping global strategies and addressing emerging challenges in the sector.
Full Job Description
Job Description

AECOM is seeking a talented and experienced Program Management Director. This position could be located at one of the following AECOM locations: Arlington, VA, Baltimore, MD, Germantown, MD, Washington, D.C.

Responsibilities:
  • Lead and manages large to very large size programs which have high levels of execution complexity and significant strategic value to the firm
  • Provide the organization with strong technical leadership and strategic direction for program delivery globally
  • Advocate for ethical and safe working practices
  • Drive innovation in program management approaches and methodology to achieve marketplace differentiation
  • Work with Global Business Lines, Regional leadership, and Market Sector Leaders to identify new business opportunities and develop solutions to address them
  • Identify areas of high risk and pro-actively take action to positively impact program outcomes.
  • Contribute to the global learning and people development strategy for program management, including identification of talent gaps and resourcing plans
  • Assess long-term and disruptive trends in their area of expertise, proactively addressing emerging challenges and opportunities
  • Propose skill development approaches and workforce planning to deliver capabilities for the future.
  • Actively leads and supports the attraction and retention of talent within program management.
  • Accountable for overall financial success and delivery of AECOM Program Management agreement


Qualifications

Minimum:
  • BA/BS +12 years of related infrastructure program/project-related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 4 years of leadership
  • Due to the nature of the work, U.S. citizenship is required

Preferred:
  • Large infrastructure program or project management experience
  • Licensed Professional Engineer in either Washington DC, Maryland, or Virginia
  • Experienced in defining project design requirements, managing schedules, and achieving organizational financial objectives
  • Experience in leading teams of project managers, contractors, and subcontractor


Additional Information
  • Relocation is not an option for this position
  • Visa support is not an option for this position


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 a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets, including transportation, facilities, environmental, energy, water and government. With approximately 45,000 employees around the world, AECOM is a leader in all of the key markets that it serves. AECOM provides a blend of global reach, local knowledge, innovation and technical excellence in delivering solutions that create, enhance and sustain the world's built, natural, and social environments. A Fortune 500 company, AECOM serves clients in more than 150 countries and had revenue of $8.0 billion during the 12 months ended March 31, 2014.

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Size
51,000 employees
Market Cap
$11.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$200.8 million
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
-6.3%
Revenue
$13.3 billion
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