Project Management Director

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AECOM is hiring for Senior Project Director to be based in the Greater Toronto Area to oversee a portfolio of projects that can range from $100K to $100M in fees, requiring complex coordination across multiple systems and process, including design development, project procurement support, engineering services during construction, start-up and commissioning and post-construction services.

In this role, you will oversee a number of project managers with the following primary responsibilities:

• Oversee the deliver successful projects – Ensure financial performance, client satisfaction, risk mitigation, and compliance with safety and quality standards
• Accountability and oversite – Uphold corporate and client standards across all projects
• Support project managers – mentor project managers, provide escalation support (internal and external), and maintain project level quality
• Effectively resolve challenging and unusual business problems in areas of risk, financial, contract and resource management. or joint venture partner.
• Acts as primary escalation point of contact with client
• Responsible for regular project progress reports to the clients and AECOM Managers.
• Demonstrates creativity, foresight and mature judgment in anticipating and solving both routine and unusual project delivery, technical and client challenges, determining technical objectives and requirements, organizing programs and projects, and developing standards and guides for technical activities and applications.
• Stays abreast of industry standards and approaches and implements best practices.
• Engage, hands-on, in the technical execution of client assignments through to successful project completion.
• Ensure project work is undertaken is accordance with corporate health and safety policies and quality management systems
• Mentoring project managers,  and other staff members on project team

Minimum Requirements :

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or related field
• 12+ years extensive experience in the management of projects exceeding $200M
• Solid technical skills in one of the practice areas of water/wastewater treatment, or  municipal/industrial infrastructure, developed within a professional services environment, ideally with consulting engineering experience
• Registration or ability to obtain professional registration with PEO

Preferred Qualifications :

• 20+ years extensive experience in the management of projects exceeding $200M in water/wastewater treatment, or municipal/industrial infrastructure
• Exceptional client care and service delivery skills.
• Experience in working with geographically dispersed project teams that have successfully delivered major design projects within budget and on schedule
• Experience leading and developing multi discipline project teams that may reside in multiple offices and in multiple countries
• Proven project management skills including PM certifications.
• Keen business acumen coupled with strong business development experience

•    Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.

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  

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.