Company Description
Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
Job Description
AECOM is seeking an established professional services leader in the Transit-Rail sector to support the Division Manager to drive the growth, strategy, and profitability of AECOM's services in the West Coast of the United States. This individual will be part of the leadership team for the West Coast Transportation Business Line reporting directly to West Coast Transit-Rail Division Manager. The PNW WC Transit/Rail Department & Client Account Manager will provide leadership and coaching to staff in various subjects including, but not limited to, account management, business development, capture management, and project delivery. The ideal candidate will be an industry leader with existing relationships at key transit agencies in the state of Washington. The Transit-Rail business line at AECOM spans the full suite of services including environmental, planning, engineering, design, and program and construction management. This leader will need to be a self-starter who can build a high-performing team rapidly, demonstrate a successful track record in winning work, and be experienced in running a profitable business.
Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $220,000.00 - $310,000.00.
About AECOM
At AECOM, we believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it's improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.
We take on the most complex challenges and pioneer innovative, iconic solutions that push the limits of what's possible - the world's longest cable-stayed bridge, record-breaking sports events, the largest greenfield port development mega project, life-sustaining disaster recovery programs, and the tallest tower in the Western Hemisphere.
On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, energy, and the environment, we deliver professional services throughout the project lifecycle.
We are proud to be recognized for excellence:
Named one of Fortune magazine's "World's Most Admired Companies" for the sixth consecutive year
Ranked #1 in Transportation Engineering News-Record's 2022 "Top 500 Design Firms"
Job Summary/Responsibilities
The PNW WC Transit Rail Department & Client Account Manager will need to be a growth minded leader who can support the Division Manager and work collaboratively with other senior leadership and mentor staff in a dynamic setting to drive business development, capture management, account management, project management, project delivery, technical excellence and quality, while ultimately growing a profitable business. The ideal person would be a civil engineer with delivery experience, and both growth and P&L experience.
The responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to:
Act as an external leader for AECOM and maintain a visible profile in the region
Build and cultivate a high performing team that thrives in a face paced growth environment
Support growth, strategy, and sale of AECOM's Transit-Rail Services
Embody AECOM's Safeguard value consistently, and driving a culture that puts safety first
Demonstrate relentless customer focus by developing meaningful relationships, identifying and adding value to client needs, and ensuring a client driven culture
Work closely with operations and other leadership as it relates to staffing, recruiting, retention, employee engagement,
Support project performance, quality, safety, technical excellence, and business unit profitability
Help build a strong and thriving culture in the West Coast that promotes equity, diversity, inclusion, sustainability, and innovation
Lead negotiations of contractual and financial agreements with clients and sub-consultants
Thinking strategically while driving the financial execution of the P&L for the Division
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
BA/BS and 10+ years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and or education, including 2 years of leadership experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Registered Civil Engineer in Washington
BS Civil Engineering
Demonstrated leadership and managing large teams of people with prior P&L experience
Ability to build broad and deep internal and external networks, and capable of communicating to inspire and lead others
Ability to teach and mentor technical staff by demonstrated knowledge of relevant technical skills and tools
Team-oriented individual with ability to work with minimal supervision
Ability to communicate clearly and simply to clients, leadership, and technical staff
Ability to balance various responsibilities and deadlines while maintaining professionalism and quality
Additional Information
Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $220,000.00 - $310,000.00.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits 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 absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community-where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ReqID: J10136049
Business Line: Transportation
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: West
Career Area: Business Management
Work Location Model: Hybrid
Compensation: USD 220,000 - USD 310,000 - yearly
