Key skills
CGoLeadershipCommunication
About this role
AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm committed to delivering a better world. They are seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead business performance, manage strategic client programs, and ensure successful execution of high-value design projects within the US Data Center Practice.
Responsibilities:
- Provide program-level leadership across multiple concurrent data center design projects
- Monitor program performance including schedule, budget, staffing, and risk
- Identify and resolve program-level constraints impacting delivery
- Ensure consistency of execution across multiple projects and clients
- Support Design Managers and Project Managers in maintaining successful delivery
- Support business development and proposal writing for new pursuits
- Lead preparation of major technical and commercial proposals, including:
- Go / No-Go coordination
- Proposal schedules and deliverable management
- Fee strategy coordination
- Staffing plans and resource alignment
- Executive review coordination
- Interview preparation and coaching
- Coordinate closely with Client Account Managers, and Technical Leaders
- Improve proposal processes, templates, and win strategies
- Support capture planning for strategic pursuits
- Serve as a key point of contact for strategic clients
- Participate in client meetings, presentations, and program reviews
- Support Client Account Managers in maintaining strong client relationships
- Help identify new opportunities within existing client programs
- Assist in managing client expectations and overall client experience
- Travel as needed for project-related activities such as client meetings and site visits
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
- 8–15 years of experience in the A/E/C industry
- Minimum 5+ years managing complex programs or major projects
- Experience supporting or leading proposal efforts
- Strong understanding of A/E project delivery process
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Strong business and financial acumen
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities
- Direct experience supporting data center projects
- Experience working with hyperscale or colocation clients
- Experience managing large multi-disciplinary design teams
- Experience with Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build delivery models
- PMP certification preferred
- Professional licensure (Architect, Engineer) is a plus but not required
- US Citizenship