About the job
AECOM seeks a highly skilled AVP, Design-Build Manager to spearhead some of the East Coast's most intricate and prestigious transportation projects. This role presents a chance to influence the future of infrastructure by managing large-scale, interdisciplinary highway and transit initiatives from inception to completion. You will utilize your design-build proficiency to steer cross-functional teams, cultivate vital client relationships, and implement innovative, sustainable solutions that enhance mobility and fortify communities.
Key Responsibilities:
Identify and analyze potential program challenges or opportunities, utilizing available resources to devise alternatives and determine optimal strategies for resolution or enhancement.
Oversee complex and sensitive projects across multiple geographic locations, often requiring collaboration among several team members due to project scope and complexity.
Operate independently or as a team leader, representing AECOM with consulting firms, ensuring that project deliverables align with initial scope and budget requirements.
Develop comprehensive program plans, outlining timelines, milestones, resource distribution, and budget projections.
Lead cross-functional teams, coordinating efforts across various departments to achieve program goals.
Build and maintain robust relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, suppliers, and executive leadership.
Implement and manage risk mitigation strategies to identify, assess, and address potential program risks.
Provide regular program updates to executive management and stakeholders.
Mentor junior program managers and team members to cultivate organizational capability.
Drive continuous enhancement initiatives to improve program management processes and methodologies.
Ensure adherence to all applicable regulatory standards and company policies throughout program execution.
Negotiate and manage intricate contracts with vendors and partners to achieve program objectives.
Lead change management initiatives to ensure successful program deployment and acceptance.

