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Job DescriptionAECOM is seeking a Program Controls Director to fulfill a critical role within our organization.
The Program Controls Director will be entrusted with the following crucial responsibilities:
Initiate and orchestrate Program Controls for large programs of high strategic value and utmost execution complexity.Provide authoritative oversight for Program Controls activities, ensuring strict alignment with strategic objectives established by senior leadership.Spearhead coordination efforts across multiple projects within the program, guaranteeing seamless integration and adherence to overarching program objectives.Initiate and implement strategic initiatives to optimize processes and foster enhanced collaboration between project teams.Conduct thorough analysis to identify and address critical interdependencies between projects, employing sophisticated risk management strategies to mitigate potential issues.Lead high-level conflict resolution efforts, leveraging extensive experience to ensure optimal program performance.Develop and execute advanced resource allocation strategies to maximize efficiency and productivity across the entire program.Conceptualize and implement innovative strategies to exceed program goals and contribute significantly to organizational success.Provide expert guidance and rigorous oversight to project controls teams, ensuring meticulous management of individual project elements.Orchestrate clear, concise, and authoritative communication between project teams, stakeholders, and senior leadership, delivering insightful and actionable updates. Ability to present to multiple stakeholders.This role will involve travel within the United States including overnight trips. Travel is expected to be up to 75% of the time.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:
BA/BS in Project Management, Engineering, or Business plus 12 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 4 years of leadership.Preferred Qualifications:
Masters degree in Project Management, Engineering, or Business.Strong experience with Project Management Information System (PMIS).Experience with large transportation, water, and aviation infrastructure.Experience in integration of controls - scope, cost, schedule, risk reporting.Experience in PowerBI report tailoring for program specific needs.Additional InformationSponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.Relocation is not available for this position.
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