Global Coastal Restoration and Heavy Civil Engineering Water Resources Market Leader

Company DescriptionWork 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 DescriptionLead the Global Heavy Civil Water Resources effort for AECOM. This includes the following: civil works programs, levees, fluvial and coastal protection systems, pumping stations, coastal system restoration programs, navigation, locks and dams, port and marine side infrastructure, and large complex water resource mega programs. The position oversees the bookings of approximately $200MM annually. The expectation is to drive annual growth of between 10% and 20%. The individual ideally would be a recognized individual within Water Resources and have deep client relationships and excellent communication skills.Responsibilities:Works jointly with the Director of AECOM’s Water Resources Business Line and Team Leaders to develop the vision, objectives, metrics, plans and structure for the business development function for the heavy civil market. Works closely with management across the organization to: monitor the market across the business; strategizes with business leaders on emerging market issues and opportunities; and develops and drives business development strategies to obtain new sales or increased sales with existing customers. This work can be traditional design bid build or a form of alternative delivery.Works with business development personnel across all the company divisions to ensure a coordinated business development function, robust pipeline of opportunities, elimination of barriers, enhanced cooperation and achievement and capture of business objectives; leverage capabilities; and avoid organizational disconnects and ensure harmonization. Develops, maintains and executes a customer engagement plan for Heavy Civil Programs and across Water Resources to establish relationships, understand customer requirements and enable solution development. Actively interfaces with customers and ensures the company is positioned with customers on new and recompete opportunities.Enhances the company's reputation and image by leveraging prominent events, supporting corporate social responsibility activities, and industry events.Participates in planning for future development and growth of the heavy civil market sectors; prepares business development approaches and plans and presents such plans.Anticipate market trends to keep AECOM relevant in the industry,Explores, researches, and recommends teaming agreements, joint ventures, and other contractual relationships.Stays current with Water Business Line services and AECOM's offerings, capabilities, and successes and identifies/develops opportunities to apply such capabilities to customer requirements.Develops and maintains positive relationships and represents the company as appropriate with customers, competitors, industry trade associations, consultants, community organizations, professional societies and similar groups. Engages internally and externally to advance the company's interests, establish relationships and brand the company. Develops and implements a program of coordinated industry trade events and organizational membership.Promotes employee engagement at all levels in the organization to ensure they are supportive of a common vision. Delegates portions of activities, responsibilities, and authorities as allowed in a matrix type structure. Ensures the responsibilities, authorities and accountability are defined and understood. This includes:Actively supports and facilitates the AECOM culture of ethics, safety, diversity, engagement, operational excellence and initiatives throughout the corporation.Ensures all activities are carried out in compliance with internal policies and practices and laws and regulations.Perform all other position-related duties as assigned or requested.QualificationsMinimum RequirementsBA/BS + 12 YORE or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 4 years of leadershipPreferred RequirementsEXTENSIVE years of Water Resources Leadership experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 6 years of leadershipExperience managing P&L including revenue generation, project margin achievement, DSO, G&A, project delivery, client satisfaction, staff utilization, safety, claims resolution and quality.Experience growing a regional business and collaborating with other regions. Additional InformationAt AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.About AECOMAECOM 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 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. What makes AECOM a great place to workYou 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. SummaryType: Full-timeFunction: Business DevelopmentExperience level: DirectorIndustry: Construction