Program Controls Director - West Region

AECOM • Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

AECOM is seeking a Program Controls Director for the West Region. This is a Regional leadership role responsible for the breadth and scaling of the US West Program Controls organization. Program Controls is the application of Project Controls in a Program Management context. This includes the added complexity and interactions demanded from Programs such as Government legislation, Political obligations, Legacy creation, multi-partner KPIs, cross industry body creation and/or collaboration, finance partnering, contract incentivization and extensive stakeholder engagement. Location is flexible across the 33-state west region.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree plus 12 years of related experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 4 years of leadership.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant field such as project management, engineering, business, or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Works directly and in alignment with the Global Program Management business line to deploy strategic initiatives, best practices, digital solutions, and the best value to our clients.
• Manages Program Controls staff including: recruitment, supervision, assignment deployments and retention.
• Champions cross business line coordination for consistency in the execution of Program Controls function and delivery.
• Manages and coordinates Program Controls for programs that are large to very large in size, are of high strategic value and/or have the highest level of execution complexity.
• Provides senior-level oversight for Program Controls activities, ensuring alignment with the strategic objectives set by senior leadership.
• Leads the coordination efforts across multiple projects within the program, ensuring seamless integration and alignment with overarching program objectives.
• Spearheads initiatives to streamline processes and enhance collaboration between project teams.
• Proactively identifies and addresses interdependencies between projects, employing advanced risk management strategies to mitigate potential issues.
• Leads conflict resolution efforts, utilizing a senior-level perspective to ensure optimal program performance.
• Supports the implementation of advanced resource allocation strategies, optimizing efficiency and productivity across the program.
• Facilitates and implements innovative strategies to surpass program goals and contribute to organizational success.
• Provides expert guidance and oversight to project controls teams, ensuring the effective management of individual project elements.
• Facilitates clear and concise communication between project teams, stakeholders, and senior leadership, providing insightful and actionable updates.

Benefits

• 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
• employee stock purchase plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees