Senior Project Manager - Area Leader - Environmental Remediation Role

AECOM is actively seeking a creative, highly talented Area Manager and Senior Project Manager with a focus on Environmental Site Assessment and Remediation, covering our Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Arkansas geography. The position is for a dual-role professional responsible for driving team performance while simultaneously contributing to project execution and delivery. Area Managers are responsible for overseeing the performance of a group of major programs and/or projects to assure the achievement of internal and client-facing performance indicators. The preferred location of this position is based in Austin, Dallas, or Houston, TX.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

Project Delivery:

• Drives program performance to meet and/or exceed client satisfaction and KPIs
• Understands and drives business performance and the attainment and exceedance of internal KPIs
• Interacts with business leadership on governance & risk issues to ensure risk management triggers are identified and addressed proactively
• Develops and formulates solutions to client problems/issues
• Participates in project reviews of major program/project dashboards/deep dives to identify issues and improve performance
• Works to drive faster adoption of digital tools
• Actively integrates international Enterprise Capabilities into project delivery to meet business targets and works with business leadership to manage transitions
• Continually develops ideas for program and process improvement
• Is directly engaged and manages high-quality client projects

People:

• Actively shares people management responsibilities for approximately 50 department staff
• Serves as a focal point for major issue resolution, and provides rapid follow-up to address concerns
• Participates in feedback for Project Managers to assure client satisfaction and long-term growth
• Develops and implements succession plans for the team and advises on the recruiting of key people to serve client needs
• Assures project delivery employees are trained and mentored with a long-term goal of training new project managers
• Coaches project managers and team members on understanding business performance and internal KPIs; implements processes with Project Managers
• Evaluates individual performance of project managers within the department.

Business Development:

• Works collaboratively with Client Account Manager(s), Practice Area Leaders, and Business Line Leadership to grow profitable backlog and ensure financial success of their respective client program
• Develops budgets that allow for business development portfolio management, tracking & optimizing wins and bookings, and project oversight
• Leads capture strategies for key pursuits and major projects within the department, ensures those strategies yield high capture rates, and grows the business and relevant technical capabilities

Operations:

• Acts as a point of escalation for project issues and makes recommendations to improve performance. This may include addressing project resourcing gaps, supporting technical issues, resolving invoicing and cash collection challenges, addressing subconsultant and vendor concerns, etc.
• In support of business leadership, drives monthly, quarterly, and annual performance related to financial forecasting (Pro Forma, Path to Plan, Annual Plan)
• Works alongside business leadership to drive strong working capital performance within the department by actively monitoring cash flow (Unbilled, Billed AR, and DSO)
• Drives consistent project management practices and procedures in alignment with AECOM Project Delivery System (PDS) and Quality Management System (QMS) requirements
• Maintains departmental compliance with West Region Environment Pricing guidance and risk management framework
• Ensures the accuracy of the department’s growth pipeline data and associated Detailed Forecast data and output reports.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor Degree in Geology, Environmental Science Engineering, or related field AND (8) eight years of experience in a technical discipline with a proven track record in both project management and business development.
• US citizen or Permanent Resident. Sponsorship for this role at this time and in the future will not be available.
• Successful candidate will have to pass a background check and a motor vehicle records check.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge and track record in the environmental / remediation business inclusive of risk-based strategic asset management and advocacy in multiple state jurisdictions working for an Environmental Consultant
• Master's Degree
• A registered PE or PG in Texas and/or Louisiana
• 15+ years related experience
• A broad range of site characterization and remediation experience across multiple market sectors
• Experienced people manager and team builder
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to clearly articulate messages to a variety of audiences
• Excellent active listening skills
• Ability to influence others and move toward a common vision or goal
• Flexible and adaptable; able to work in ambiguous situations
• Resilient and tenacious with a propensity to persevere
• Must be a team player and able to work collaboratively with and through others
• Acute business acumen and understanding of organizational issues and challenges

At 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 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 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

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.

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