Programme Controls Lead at Aecom USA

Dublin, Leinster, Ireland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Apr, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project controls, Cost management, Project scheduling, Risk management, Team leadership, Financial reporting, Commercial awareness, Stakeholder management, Strategic planning, Construction management, Aviation industry knowledge, Resource integration, Budget monitoring, Contract management, Mentoring

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At 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. There 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. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. Job Description Start here. Grow here. At AECOM we are currently recruiting for a Programme Controls Lead to join us at our Dublin office. Here’s what you’ll do: Your day-to-day will include but not be limited to the following tasks and responsibilities. Key Responsibilities Provide best practice Project Controls expertise and service across the programme incorporating cost management, project scheduling, reporting and risk management Facilitate programme controls meetings to engage the design consultants, the Contracting Entity’s staff and contractors to align on expectations, optimize schedule, cost & risk performance and drive consistency in programme controls methodology. Monitor and report on all projects within the programme (from promotion through to project completion), and relay cost, time and risk information to the programme director to facilitate strategic decisions. Recruit and mentor a high-performing team of Project Controls professionals while ensuring the right level of resources are retained for optimum delivery. Coordinate reporting with programme controls office in central functions Take a proactive approach to the implementation of relevant business systems and processes to enhance the efficiency of the programmes performance Work with the Head of Programme Controls to ensure the implementation of new key process changes and interventions Cost Management Direct, support and performance manage the cost managers in implementing and utilising the contracting entity’s cost procedures, tools and processes to the highest standards to allow for effective monitoring and control. Develop key objectives and the strategic direction of the Cost Management function including processes, procedures, systems and resources Oversee all weekly and monthly cost reporting across the programme Chair Monthly Project Reviews to ensure that all major projects are being managed effectively from a cost, time and risk management perspective Provide support, advice and expertise to the contracts and commercial manager in relation to contentious claims and disputes that may arise on construction and consultancy contracts Maintain a database of benchmarked costs (internal and external) for all projects across the programme Schedule Management Direct, support and performance manage the Schedule Lead in carrying out his/her duties Develop key objectives and the strategic direction of the Project Scheduling function including processes, procedures, systems and resources Peer review monthly progress reports Oversee the development of the yearly programme of work and approve the associated cost and resource loading on an annual basis Oversee the development and maintenance of the Master Programme for all projects in the programme Peer review business-critical project schedules so that timescales proposed to the wider business are realistic and achievable Risk Management Direct, support and performance manage the Risk Manager in carrying out his/her duties Develop the key objectives for, and strategic direction of the Project Risk Management function including processes, procedures and systems Peer review monthly risk reports Oversee the development, maintenance and adoption of fit-for-purpose project risk registers across the programme Formally review key risks across all major projects on a monthly basis Support the Risk lead in the completion of Quantified Cost & Schedule Risk Analysis on key projects Chair risk workshops (where necessary) Take direct responsibility for the development of a schedule risk-adjusted budget for each financial year Oversee the maintenance, updating and reporting of corporate risk to the Corporate Risk Manager’s office Act as the key interface with the Corporate Risk Manager on behalf of the programme Qualifications Ready to push the limits of what’s possible? Here’s what we’re looking for: As the successful candidate, you will have experience working within our primary infrastructure markets along with having the following qualfications and experience. Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying, Engineering, or equivalent technical degree and/or minimum 15+ years’ experience, at least 3+ years within the aviation industry Knowledge of project financial and cost management systems Knowledge of risk management systems and development of corporate and project risk strategies Significant experience of leading, managing and organising teams within an operational service delivery area Strong commercial and financial awareness including monitoring and co-ordination of budget. Experience in programme scheduling and resource integration Excellent project management skills with the capability to provide the motivation to ensure that targets are met, and timelines achieved Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage deliverables within tight timelines Additional Information Interested in the role or curious about life at AECOM? Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more! For further information about the role, reach out to the recruiter on LinkedIn Colum Calnan. About AECOM AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM. Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too. Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours. We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address [email protected] if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. State/Province: Dublin Business Group: DCS Legal Entity: AECOM Limited Business Line: B&P - Buildings & Places Work Location Model: Hybrid Operating Group: International Primary Location: IE - Dublin, 1 Burlington Plaza

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Responsibilities

The Programme Controls Lead will provide expert project controls services, including cost, schedule, and risk management across the programme. They will also lead and mentor a team of professionals while ensuring alignment with business systems and strategic objectives.