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

AECOM is actively seeking a creative, highly talented Vice President, Strategy Leader for immediate employment in the New York Metropolitan area within the Program Management Business Line (PgM). This position will be based out of the NY/NJ AECOM offices. The VP will work in continuing collaboration with executives in the New York Metropolitan area and overseeing staff performing program and project/construction management.

Responsibilities include:

Provide industry leadership in program and construction management; be thought leader on all matters of program and construction management, particularly with outside parties.Implement strategic pursuits: GNG, staffing, pricing, etc.Develop and execute comprehensive business development strategies to expand AECOM's market share in the construction management sector.Implement proposal strategies, including leading the development of high-quality, competitive bids for major construction projects.Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, and industry partners.Oversee multiple large-scale construction projects simultaneously, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.Lead and mentor project teams, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Implement and maintain robust risk management strategies across all projects, including regular risk assessments and mitigation planningDrive the adoption of cutting-edge technologies and methodologies to enhance project efficiency and effectiveness.Ensure compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal regulations, as well as AECOM's internal policies and procedures.Develop and implement standardized project management processes and best practices across the organization.Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members to promote professional growth and development.Collaborate with other AECOM business lines to identify cross-selling opportunities and deliver integrated solutions to clients.Represent AECOM at industry conferences, trade shows, and networking events to enhance the company's reputation and visibility in the construction management field.Prepare and present regular reports to senior management on project progress, financial performance, and strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelors Degree in Architecture plus 12 years of relevant experience, including 4 years of leadership.Must have New York Agency and Amtrak experience 

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Civil Engineering/Construction Management.                                                                  LEED Accredited Professional.OSHA 30 and NYC DOB 4-Hour Scaffold Training.Extensive existing client relationships with Dormitory Authority of the State of New York and Amtrak Extensive existing client relationships as well as a strong market profile are essential.Demonstrable team building and influencing skills; unquestioned integrity; and the experience, confidence, and stature to effectively address major client needs and challenges.

Additional InformationRelocation is not available for this position.Sponsorship for US Employment Authorization is not available for this positionTravel is required for this position.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

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.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.