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AECOM Senior Environmental Project Manager - Deputy Program Manager in Houston, Texas
Company Description
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Job Description
AECOM has a unique opportunity for a Senior Project Manager to build upon their technical and management skills within our Environmental business line to be based in our AECOM office in Houston, Texas with the potential to grow into program management operations support roles as part of our Remediation Team. Project and Program Managers are responsible for overseeing the performance of a group of projects/portfolios to assure the achievement of internal and client facing KPIs and project goals. The position requires an especially accomplished individual to interface with clients, lead and support business development opportunities, and lead/influence solutions and strategies for a portfolio of remediation sites. Applicants with verifiable experience in technical roles performing and managing investigation/cleanup of contaminants of concern are highly preferred.
The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
Project Delivery :
Manages projects, directs data analysis and reporting for specific environmental project tasks and guide site remediation strategies bringing sites to closure
Collaborates and participate in technical discussions with project team members
Adheres to AECOM’s Quality Management System (QMS) in execution of projects and portfolios
Interacts with various state agencies to develop favorable risk-based remediation goals
Develops and maintains communication channels with clients, stake holders, and internal project teams
Develops and formulate solutions to client problems/issues
Participates in project reviews of major program/project dashboards/deep dives to identify issues and improve performance
Embraces workflow optimization and adoption of digital tools
Actively integrates global resources into project delivery and manages the change associated with this transition
Organically grow current portfolios through exceptional project delivery and client relationships
Operations:
In support of Program Manager, drives monthly, quarterly, and annual performance related to financial forecasting
Drive program performance to meet and/or exceed client satisfaction and KPIs
Drive business performance and the attainment and exceedance of internal KPIs
Work alongside Program Manager to drive strong working capital performance within the department by actively monitoring cash flow (Unbilled, Billed AR, and DSO)
Drive consistent project management practices and procedures across groups of projects/portfolio in alignment with AECOM Project Delivery System (PDS) and Quality Management System (QMS) requirements
Assist Program Manager to maintain departmental compliance with Business Line Pricing guidance and DOA approval framework
Assist Program Manager to ensure the accuracy of the department’s sales pipeline data
Participate in proposal development to support business growth
Acts as a point of escalation for project issues and makes recommendations to improve performance. This may include addressing project resourcing gaps, supporting technical issues, resolving invoicing and cash collection challenges, addressing subconsultant and vendor concerns, etc.
People:
Builds, maintains, and facilitates trusting relationships with key contacts across the depth and breadth of client organizations
Serves as a focal point for major issue resolution, and provide rapid follow-up to address concerns
Actively shares people management responsibilities with the Program Manager
Directs and coordinates work assignments and review performance to ensure the efficient, cost-effective utilization of staff
Participates in feedback for portfolio Project Managers and execution teams to assure client satisfaction and long-term growth
Promotes health and safety stewardship, including performing local field visits
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
BA/BS within any Engineering, Business, Environmental Science Fields of study, and (8) Eight years of relevant work experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
Ability to travel for on-site meetings and to develop client relationships
Valid Driver's License, subject to a pre-employment Motor Vehicle Record Screening as well as Drug Screening
US citizenship is required
Preferred Qualifications
12+ years overall professional experience with at least 6 of those years in a prominent role on identifiable remediation programs
PG or PE preferred
Verifiable experience in prominent roles performing and managing investigation/remediation of chemical / industrial / refining sites
Previous leadership and/or management experience
Ability to influence others and move toward a common vision or goal
Master's Degree a plus in Geology, Engineering, Science or related field
Excellent client management skills
Detail oriented with strong organizational and communication skills (both verbal and written)
Superior communication skills (writing, editing, and reporting) for a wide variety of audiences.
Experience in team management and scheduling of staff and resources to ensure on time and on budget project delivery
Experience preparing proposals, cost estimates, schedules, and change orders
Strong project management skills and a strategic perspective
Excellent business analytics and organizational skills preferable
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Strong understanding and has led professional teams in executing Site Investigations, Remedial Investigations, Feasibility Studies, Risk Assessment, and Treatability Studies
Additional Information
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Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $110,000.00 - $150,000.00.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program 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 absence, voluntary benefits, perks, U.S. and global well-being programs, 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 culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – 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 and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. 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.
ReqID: J10111045
Business Line: Environment
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: West
Career Area: Program & Project Management
Work Location Model: Hybrid