Program Management Director – Water

Job Title Program Management Director – Water Company AECOM Job Description AECOM is seeking a Program Management Director, Airport to join our team. We are currently looking for an experienced Program Management Director to join our team, leading on some of the most complex water programs globally. Whilst the nature of program management requires an element of flexibility on location, your initial role will involve leading on a key strategic water/wastewater program based in Ontario. This is a new position. Responsibilities Lead and manage large to very large size water programs which have high levels of execution complexity and significant strategic value. Provide the organization with technical leadership and strategic direction for program delivery globally. Champion for ethical and safe working practices. Drive innovation in program management approaches and methodology to achieve marketplace differentiation. Work with Global Business Lines, Regional leadership and Market Sector Leaders to identify new business opportunities and develop solutions to address them. Identify areas of high risk and proactively take actions to positively impact program outcomes. Contribute to the global learning and people development strategy for program management, including identification of talent gaps and resourcing plans. Assess long‑term and disruptive trends in your area of expertise, propose skill development approaches and workforce planning to deliver capabilities for the future. Actively support the attraction and retention of talent across your area of expertise. Accountable for overall financial success and delivery of AECOM Program Management agreement. Minimum Qualifications Typically, a minimum of 15 years professional experience with 10 years in a program management leadership role. Recognized for water/wastewater program management expertise within national/regional market. Has an expanding professional network within the industry and is known for having successfully led multiple medium to large size programs. Has a good understanding of the program management competencies within programs and can evaluate and apply these to be successful. Has proven ability to mentor others in developing program competencies and personally growing through mentorship of others. Able to develop strong relationships and manage all client stakeholders (internal and external). Demonstrates exemplary leadership attributes that provide role‑modeling for others. Able to build consensus to change program strategy in challenging situations. Demonstrated ability to set long‑term goals and strategies and establish effective management of internal and external interfaces and interdependencies across the program. Has built diverse and inclusive teams to enable collective success through trust, psychological safety, autonomy, accountability and alignment. Preferred Qualifications Ideally degree qualified (BA/BS or equivalent) in a relevant discipline such as architecture, engineering or project management, although applications with relevant diplomas and a suitable level of professional experience may also be considered. PMI‑PgMP, APM‑RPP or CMAA‑CCM Certification (or equivalent) preferred but not essential. Professional Engineering License preferred. Additional Information Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $171,000 to $308,000 . About AECOM 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, engineering to program and construction management. EEO Statement 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. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team. Job Metadata ReqID: J Business Line: TransportationBusiness Group: DCSStrategic Business Unit: CanadaCareer Area: Program & Project ManagementWork Location Model: HybridCompensation: CAD 171,000 - CAD 308,000 - yearly Seniority Level Director Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Project Management and Information Technology Industries Architecture and Planning, Civil Engineering, and Construction #J-18808-Ljbffr