Associate Principal – Strategic Infrastructure Advisory (FCA Programs)

AECOM•Orange, CA

6h•$140,000 - $170,000•Remote

About The Position

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm committed to delivering a better world by improving commutes, providing clean water, and transforming skylines. With over 50,000 professionals, AECOM partners with clients to solve complex challenges and build legacies. The company is experiencing high demand due to accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide. AECOM is seeking an Associate Principal in Infrastructure & Asset Management to expand its Asset Management practice across the West Coast and adjacent markets. This role, part of AECOM’s West Region Asset Management practice and led by the Denver-based team, involves leading complex, multi-site programs focused on facility condition assessments (FCA), capital investment (CapEx) planning, and maintenance and lifecycle planning. The Associate Principal will serve as a trusted advisor to clients on long-term asset strategies and support the growth of client relationships and new opportunities. The position is full-time and remote, requiring candidates to be based on the West Coast (Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco Bay Area, Seattle, or Portland). AECOM’s West Region Asset Management practice delivers integrated solutions for FCA, capital investment planning, and maintenance and lifecycle strategies, enabling organizations to make informed decisions about asset management and align investments with strategic objectives.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience supporting or leading complex, multi-site programs and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
Strong client-facing experience with the ability to advise on capital investment, asset management, and lifecycle planning strategies.
BA/BS in Architecture, Engineering, Planning, or related field; plus 8+ years of experience in facility condition assessments (FCA), capital planning, asset management, or related infrastructure services; or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Periodic travel, including driving, flying, and overnight stays, is expected to support client engagements, multi-site program oversight, and strategic pursuits. Travel typically consists of 1–2 trips per month, with durations ranging from 1–5 days depending on project needs.
A clean DMV record is a requirement (if driving is part of the job responsibilities).
U.S. citizenship due to federal contract/security requirements.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Experience delivering large-scale, multi-site or portfolio-level programs, including facility condition assessments (FCA), capital planning, and maintenance and lifecycle planning.
Experience working with public-sector or institutional clients, such as municipalities, counties, K-12, higher education, or transportation agencies.
Demonstrated ability to translate asset data and assessment findings into capital investment strategies, prioritization frameworks, and long-range planning efforts.
Experience supporting client relationship management, proposal development, and strategic pursuits, including identification of follow-on opportunities and program expansion.
Experience using asset management systems and tools to support facility assessments, capital planning, and lifecycle decision-making.
Strong technical writing, communication, and presentation skills, with experience engaging senior client stakeholders and facilitating discussions.
Proven ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and geographies, supporting both program delivery and regional growth initiatives.

Responsibilities

Work closely with West Region Asset Management leadership to shape and execute market and client engagement strategies, supporting priority pursuits, strengthening key client relationships, and aligning delivery efforts with regional growth objectives.
Lead delivery of complex, multi-site programs including facility condition assessments (FCA), capital investment (CapEx) planning, and maintenance and lifecycle planning initiatives across diverse client portfolios.
Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, translating asset data and assessment findings into actionable capital and operational strategies that support long-term asset performance.
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 to ensure high-quality, consistent program delivery.
Establish and maintain strong client relationships, supporting ongoing engagement and identifying opportunities to expand services and deliver additional value.
Support proposal development, interviews, and capture efforts, contributing to the continued growth of AECOM’s Asset Management practice across the region.
Provide technical and strategic leadership in the planning and execution of asset management programs, including alignment with client goals, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
Contribute to the continued evolution of AECOM’s Asset Management practice, helping refine delivery approaches, service offerings, tools, and standards to support scalable, high-quality program execution.
Mentor and guide deputy project managers, technical staff, and junior team members, supporting team development and strengthening delivery capabilities.