Program Management Director

About the role

AECOM is seeking a Senior Program Manager (Water/Wastewater) with a proven track record in development and delivery of very large Water/Wastewater programs. This role will have responsibility for delivery of integrated, technically complex, multi-year, multi-project programs with large capital value, multiple stakeholders and high public visibility.

Responsibilities

• Develop, lead and deliver large capital program(s) from planning through design and construction to final completion
• Identify and assess major program risks and develop and implement strategies to mitigate
• Optimize approaches to program technologies, budgets, schedules and procurement
• Act as primary liaison between AECOM, Client, and principal Stakeholders
• Support and participate in meetings, including public meetings
• Implement effective technical and management leadership and strategic direction to support successful program delivery
• Provide overall oversight, metrics and reporting on program scope/schedule/budget adherence for key tasks and program goals
• Provide leadership, direction and guidance to subordinate managers, staff and sub-consultants
• Drive good and timely decision making that supports the program objectives and goals
• Advocate for ethical and safe working practices and implement an effective safety and quality oversight program
• Accountable for overall financial success and delivery of the program(s)
• Collaborate with AECOM’s global water resources planning and engineering resources and our digital AECOM team and tools
• Coordinate with AECOM’s multidisciplinary planning, engineering and management practices
• Actively implement Client, company and project policies

Qualifications

• BS in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Construction Management or related degree, and extensive experience in the planning, design and delivery of water/wastewater infrastructure projects, including conveyance, storage and tunnel projects
• Registered Professional Engineer and the ability to obtain a New York or New Jersey Professional Engineer’s License within 6 months of hire date
• Demonstrated knowledge of water and wastewater treatment, pumping stations, collection and distribution systems
• Proven client/consultant relations experience

Preferred Qualifications

• 20 years of related experience in water/wastewater/water resources consulting and engineering management
• 12 years of experience as program manager for the planning, design and construction of complex water/wastewater infrastructure programs valued >$500M
• Candidates who are currently a registered Professional Engineer in the State of New York and New Jersey are highly preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Participation in water community activities including Water Environment Federation and American Water Works Association
• Proven ability of leading business development activities, pursuing new clients/projects, and managing project deliveries
• Proven leader with an interest in developing and mentoring team members