Programme Management Office lead (Infrastructure Construction) at Aecom USA

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Programme Management, PMO Leadership, Stakeholder Engagement, Relationship Management, Commercial Acumen, Problem-Solving, Client Engagement, Business Development, Line Management, PMO Expertise, Risk Management, Performance Monitoring, Governance, Digital Tools, Consulting

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. In response to significant client demand and a strong infrastructure opportunity pipeline, the AECOM programme management advisory and delivery teams are seeking to grow across all grades. The team is seeking suitably experienced and capable individuals to work independently or with a Director to successfully shape, develop, initiate and deliver client investment and business change programmes. The available roles will support programme advisory and delivery commissions across the whole programme lifecycle including programme definition, delivery model and organisational design, programme readiness, maturity assessments, programme management and PMO design, leadership and implementation. Depending on an individual’s grade, example role duties include: Lead the team in the delivery of its strategic goals in relation to capability, growth and commercial targets; Lead or support the delivery of significant, complex programme management advisory or delivery commissions involving multidisciplinary teams and diverse stakeholder groups; Ensure commissions are managed and delivered to the appropriate quality standards and commercial expectations; Ensure a robust approach to risk identification, evaluation and mitigation is applied to all commissions; Demonstrate leadership in the implementation of AECOM health, safety and environment requirements; Develop strong relationships with clients and members of cross-functional teams to support successful delivery; Identify and act upon business development opportunities with existing and new clients, including cross-selling opportunities within and without the team; Lead and support the development of proposals through the entire bid process; Ensure all direct reports are engaged, developed and supported along their own career journeys; and Identify opportunities to share knowledge and best practice and promote the team both internally and externally with clients and relevant industry bodies. If you're passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, AECOM welcomes you. Join our team, where we don't just construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives. Why not give our AECOM Buildings + Places page on LinkedIn a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects we're working on and see first hand the difference we're making in the industry! Qualifications Ready to push the limits of what’s possible? Here’s what we’re looking for: Depending on an individual’s grade, typical requirements and experience may include: Sector expertise: Proven experience in public and private sector infrastructure projects and programmes, ideally across the aviation, energy, rail, defence and water sectors but other sectors such as broader central government, highways, health, and decarbonisation delivery are also of interest. Programme management and PMO leadership: Demonstrated ability to manage and lead complex, multi-disciplinary programmes and PMOs. Core skills: Strong leadership, strategic thinking, stakeholder engagement, relationship management, commercial acumen, and problem-solving capabilities. Consulting background: Experience in management consulting a plus, including leading or supporting PMO and programme management roles on major commissions. Client engagement: Skilled in building and maintaining senior-level client relationships, managing live programmes and identifying new business opportunities. Commercial and business development: Track record in winning and retaining clients, cross-selling services, and ensuring delivery aligns with commercial requirements and organisational standards. Line management: Experience managing and developing teams within a consultancy environment, including mentoring junior PMO and project controls staff. PMO expertise: Ability to implement and oversee PMO functions, governance structures and programme controls strategies, including cost, schedule, risk, and change management. Tools and systems knowledge: Proficiency in PMO and project controls tools and software such as MS Office, Power BI, Aconex, and Primavera P6. Performance monitoring and reporting: Skilled in guiding baseline development (scope, time, cost, risk), monitoring delivery performance, and overseeing structured governance and reporting processes. Risk and issue management: Experience in risk analysis and collaborating with programme leadership to address actions, mitigate risks, and identify opportunities. Industry engagement: Motivated with a strong professional network and willingness to represent the organisation at industry forums and events. Qualifications/criteria: Ability to gain BPSS and/or SC clearance. Degree level education, ideally project or programme management/construction/engineering/business. NEC qualified or willing to upskill. APM and or ChPP accreditation or prepared to work toward ChPP. Managing Successful Programmes accredited (or international equivalent) is preferred. Experience using business information tools is preferred. Experience using digital tools and contract management software (e.g., PowerBi, CEMAR, Primavera P6). 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. 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 $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. 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.

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Responsibilities

The role involves leading the delivery of strategic goals related to capability, growth, and commercial targets, as well as managing complex programme management advisory and delivery commissions. It requires ensuring quality standards and commercial expectations are met while developing strong client relationships.