Overview

AECOM Technical Services is currently looking for an experienced Program Management Director to join our team, leading on a complex program in Lima, Peru.

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Responsibilities

• Lead and manage rail infrastructure program that is mega in size (multi-billion dollar), have high risk reward, are of high strategic value and/or have the highest level of execution complexity.
• Provide the organization with technical leadership and strategic direction for program delivery globally.
• Champion ethical and safe working practices and provide assurance in this area.
• Drive innovation in program management approaches and methodology to achieve marketplace differentiation.
• Collaborate with Global Business Lines, Regional leadership and Market Sector Leaders to identify new business opportunities and develop solutions.
• Identify areas of high risk and proactively take actions to positively impact program outcomes.
• Contribute to the global learning and people development strategy for program management, including talent gaps and resourcing plans.
• Assess long-term and disruptive trends in their area of expertise and propose skill development and workforce planning to deliver future capabilities.
• Support attraction and retention of talent across the area of expertise.
• Accountable for overall financial success and delivery of AECOM Program Management agreement.
• Advise clients on benefits and drawbacks of potential delivery models (PPP, D/BB, DB, DBFOM and variants, Progressive DB, Alliance and variants).
• Mobilize and manage resources required to support all phases of a program.
• Lead and manage the client's role in P3 and Progressive Design Build contracts to fulfill client expectations.
• Support market engagements and market sounding activities.
• Manage scope, budget and schedule, including contract administration, claims and quality compliance.
• Ensure appropriate risk management analysis, status reporting and issues management processes are in place.

Qualifications

Minimum requirements:

• BA/BS + 15 EXTENSIVE or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, in program management including at least 6 (six) years in a Senior Leadership position, ideally serving as program management oversight for leading a minimum of two large infrastructure projects or programs of $600 Million+
• Specific professional experience leading Project Management Offices (PMO) in the railway sector.
• Verified professional experience from the date of graduation or issuance of professional license.
• Project Manager in managing at least two large rail infrastructure projects.
• High level of English and Spanish proficiency.
• Confirmed participation in at least three (3) railway projects, serving as PMO Railway Director or PMO Railway Manager.

Additional Information

Preferred Requirements:

• BA/BS with 20+ years of relevant experience
• Master's Degree in a relevant discipline.
• PMI-PgMP, APM-RPP or CMAA-CCM Certification (or equivalent) preferred
• Strong technical capability across all project phases from design to operations and maintenance, preferably large program/projects
• Experience delivering in collaborative working arrangements
• Experience delivering targeted project benefits
• Experience in extensive public outreach, agency coordination, third party stakeholder management and program management
• Strong knowledge of rail standards applicable in industry guidelines and current transit-oriented practices
• Expertise in coordinating interfaces across all disciplines (environmental, mechanical, civil, structural)
• Experience developing and mobilizing project delivery systems and optimizing processes and procedures
• Proven ability to integrate complex programs and manage interfaces across disciplines (program/project controls, environmental, H&S, design, construction)
• Recognized globally as a leader in program management within the industry
• Extensive industry-wide network and a track record of leading or transforming large programs
• Deep knowledge of program management competencies and ability to mentor others
• Demonstrates exemplary leadership and the ability to build consensus in challenging situations
• Ability to set long-term goals and manage internal and external interfaces and inter-dependencies
• Experience building diverse, inclusive teams that foster trust and accountability

About AECOM

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

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What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that supports your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects that transform our industry. Our training and development programs help you expand technical expertise and leadership skills, in a workplace built on respect, collaboration and opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and all information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.