Program Controls Senior Manager

AECOM•New York, NY

12d•$200,000 - $240,000•Onsite

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a Program Controls Senior Manager for a critical leadership role overseeing program controls for large-scale, strategically significant, and highly complex programs. The role provides senior-level guidance, coordinates controls across multiple projects, assesses interdependencies, and ensures project activities remain aligned with executive strategic objectives and broader program goals. The Senior Manager advises and oversees project controls teams, coordinates communications among project teams, stakeholders, and senior leadership, and implements controls to protect program integrity and support effective resource allocation. The role establishes standardized processes, assesses program performance and risks, recommends course corrections, and fosters accountability, excellence, and continuous improvement within the program controls team. The position is onsite in Arlington, Virginia. AECOM intends to fill this current vacancy by January 31, 2027. Sponsorship and relocation assistance are not available.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Engineering, or Business, plus 10 years of related experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
At least 2 years of leadership experience.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Project Management, Engineering, or Business.
Strong experience with a Project Management Information System (PMIS).
Experience with large transportation, water, and aviation infrastructure.
Experience integrating controls for scope, cost, schedule, and risk reporting.
Experience tailoring Power BI reports for program-specific needs.

Responsibilities

Oversee and direct program controls for large-scale, strategically significant, and highly complex programs.
Provide senior-level guidance for program controls activities and ensure adherence to strategic objectives established by executive leadership.
Coordinate multiple projects within the program to support integration and alignment with program goals.
Analyze and address critical interdependencies between projects.
Provide counsel and oversight to project controls teams to ensure effective management of project elements.
Communicate program information and actionable updates among project teams, stakeholders, and senior leadership, including presenting to multiple stakeholders.
Implement and maintain control measures to safeguard program integrity and support optimal resource allocation.
Develop and enforce standardized processes across project phases to enhance program efficiency and effectiveness.
Conduct program performance assessments and risk analyses and recommend strategic course corrections when needed.
Foster accountability, excellence, continuous improvement, and professional development within the program controls team.