Florida Transit Lead

AECOM is seeking a self-driven and motivated Program Executive to serve as the Florida Transit Lead (Program Management). The role involves directing and managing a major transit program through all phases, providing leadership and guidance to subordinate managers and staff, and acting as the primary liaison between AECOM and client interface.

Responsibilities include:

• Directing and managing the entire project through all phases
• Delivering a major program
• Providing leadership and guidance to subordinate managers and staff
• Enforcing company and project policies
• Acting as primary liaison between AECOM and client interface
• Providing regular status briefings to Client
• Leading issue detection and resolution
• Confirming compliance with all facets of the project
• Managing budget, schedule, and contract
• Ensuring proper staffing levels
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders
• Implementing and overseeing a comprehensive risk management strategy
• Ensuring project adherence to sustainability and environmental guidelines
• Evaluating and implementing new technologies to improve project efficiency and outcomes
• Mentoring and developing team members

The ideal candidate will have:

• A bachelor's or advanced degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related scientific/technical field
• 12+ years of related experience, including 4+ years of leadership experience
• A US citizenship
• A professional engineer license

Preferred qualifications include:

• 20+ years of experience in design and construction management
• Experience with similar-sized projects
• Construction/project management experience on transportation projects
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills

AECOM offers comprehensive benefits, including 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.