Associate Principal - Strategic Infrastructure Advisory

Role Description

AECOM is seeking an Associate Principal in Infrastructure & Asset Management to support and expand our Asset Management practice across the West Coast and adjacent markets. This role will lead complex, multi-site programs spanning facility condition assessments (FCA), capital investment (CapEx) planning, and maintenance and lifecycle planning while serving as a trusted advisor to clients on long-term asset strategies.

• Work closely with West Region Asset Management leadership to shape and execute market and client engagement strategies.
• Lead delivery of complex, multi-site programs including facility condition assessments (FCA), capital investment (CapEx) planning, and maintenance and lifecycle planning initiatives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, translating asset data and assessment findings into actionable capital and operational strategies.
• Oversee development of key deliverables including capital improvement plans (CIPs), lifecycle models, prioritization frameworks, and funding strategies.
• Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary teams across architecture, engineering, and cost estimating.
• Establish and maintain strong client relationships, supporting ongoing engagement and identifying opportunities to expand services.
• Support proposal development, interviews, and capture efforts.
• Provide technical and strategic leadership in the planning and execution of asset management programs.
• Contribute to the continued evolution of AECOM’s Asset Management practice.
• Mentor and guide deputy project managers, technical staff, and junior team members.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Architecture, Engineering, Planning, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in facility condition assessments (FCA), capital planning, asset management, or related infrastructure services.
• Periodic travel expected, typically 1–2 trips per month, with durations ranging from 1–5 days.
• Clean DMV record required for driving responsibilities.
• U.S. citizenship required due to federal contract/security requirements.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience supporting or leading complex, multi-site programs.
• Strong client-facing experience with the ability to advise on capital investment, asset management, and lifecycle planning strategies.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits.
• Paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits.
• Flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program.
• Business travel insurance, service recognition awards.
• Retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase plan.