VP, Global Growth Director – Prime System Integrator Accounts (National Governments)

About the role

This is a high-impact leadership role within AECOM’s Buildings & Places (B+P) business. This position will be responsible for defining and executing the global strategy for engagement with Prime System Integrator clients as it pertains to architectural and engineering design. The position carries accountability for client relationships, growth strategy, pipeline development, capture, and delivery performance across B+P global practice.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the US B+P strategy for Prime System Integrator engagement, including account prioritization and growth pathways
• Initiate and lead early-stage client engagement. As individual Prime accounts grow, work to transition these accounts to regional CAMs. As opportunities arise, integrate cross-business line capabilities to deliver integrated, multidisciplinary solutions
• Serve as executive-level CAM for priority accounts
• Develop and execute strategic account plans, including multi-year growth strategies and opportunity pipelines
• Drive bookings, revenue growth, and portfolio quality across regions and AECOM business lines
• Maintain rigorous oversight of account performance, including pipeline health, forecasting, and risk
• Identify and prioritise key pursuits with Prime Integrators within the United States, ensuring appropriate executive sponsorship and governance
• Lead major bids and proposals, ensuring robust capture strategies, commercial positioning, and risk management
• Partner with our Government’s Team, Marketing and Operations to maximise win rates and commercial outcomes
• Drive disciplined use of CRM tools (e.g. Salesforce) to manage pipeline visibility and forecasting accuracy
• Build and lead high-performing, cross-functional account teams
• Mentor and develop capture managers and account leaders
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and client focus across regions
• Elevate market presence through strategic engagement with key clients, industry forums, and executive stakeholders
• Partner with Governments, Marketing, and Communications to strengthen positioning with Prime System Integrators

Qualifications

• BA/BS +12 years experience or equivalent plus 4 years of leadership experience
• Due to the nature of the work, U.S. citizenship is required
• Proven experience working with Prime System Integrator and US DOW agencies
• Commercial knowledge of the Prime System Integrator industry in relation to infrastructure needs, contracts, fees and industry needs
• Demonstrated success leading accounts, complex pursuits, and multi-region delivery