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Director of Highways & Streets Sector Leadership

AECOMManchester
Hybrid Full-time

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Experience Level

Senior Level Manager

Qualifications

BEng/BSc in Engineering, Transportation or a related field, or equivalent experience and education, with at least 6 years of leadership and large team management. Membership in a recognized professional body relevant to core markets. Comprehensive understanding of the design and delivery processes involved in infrastructure projects. Significant progressive experience in the Highways & Streets industry. In-depth knowledge of safety, operations, and compliance standards in the Highways & Streets sector. Strong financial acumen and proven ability to manage substantial budgets effectively. Exceptional interpersonal and negotiation skills, with a history of building and maintaining long-term partnerships and client relationships. Strategic thinker focused on continuous improvement and innovation. Thorough understanding of the Highways & Streets markets and the social, political, and economic drivers impacting them.

About the job

Job Title: Director of Highways & Streets Sector (UK & Ireland)

Location: UK & Ireland (Flexible / Major Hub)

Reports to: Managing Director – Regional Business Line Leader

Join AECOM's Transport Sector, where our professionals are driving transformative changes to provide innovative solutions that tackle complex transportation challenges. We aim to ensure communities have safe, reliable, and sustainable access to transportation systems, with a focus on modernizing infrastructure such as bridges and implementing cutting-edge technologies including high-speed rail.

About the Role:

AECOM is in search of a Highways & Streets Sector Director to lead and shape our business strategy across the UK. This pivotal role encompasses developing sector strategies, enhancing client relationships, and overseeing the successful execution of complex, multidisciplinary programmes within the Highways & Streets domain.

The Sector Director will serve as a market leader and trusted advisor, collaborating closely with technical, commercial, and delivery teams to position AECOM as a leader in the UK Highways & Streets market.

We seek a visionary and inclusive leader to accelerate our growth across the Highways & Streets sector in the UK & Ireland. Your strategic insights and passion for innovation will be crucial in driving our success and shaping our future operations. The ideal candidate will champion digital innovation and cultivate a culture that embraces new technologies.

The successful candidate will possess extensive knowledge of the Highways & Streets sector, combined with a strong understanding of the latest digital tools and innovations. As a respected figure in the industry, you will represent our brand across the region, while fostering effective relationships with external clients, and addressing the engineering challenges within the Highways & Streets landscape.

About You:

You are a driven, organized, and proactive leader with a proven track record in managing and expanding infrastructure businesses. Your experience in business development, project bidding, and strategic implementation will be vital. Your deep understanding of the Highways & Streets market, coupled with your awareness of the social, political, and economic factors that influence it, will be key to our collective success.

About AECOM

Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we are committed to delivering a better world. Whether it's improving your daily commute, ensuring reliable energy access, providing clean water, or transforming urban landscapes, our projects enhance the quality of life for communities globally. As a leading infrastructure consulting firm, we partner with clients to tackle their most complex challenges and create lasting legacies for future generations. Now is an exciting time to join AECOM. With increasing global infrastructure investment, our services are in high demand. We welcome your bold ideas and aspirations as part of our global team of over 50,000 professionals, including planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, and project managers dedicated to making a tangible impact worldwide. We are united by our shared mission to deliver a better world. Join us.

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