Program Manager Facility Design, Data Centers - Remote (U.S.)

AECOM•Arlington, VA

17h•$165,000 - $220,000•Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking an experienced Program Manager to play a critical leadership role within the AECOM US Data Center Practice. This position is a remote opportunity and can be based out of any of AECOM's U.S. offices. The role operates at the intersection of business development, client management, and project delivery, ensuring that client pursuits are competitive, programs are executed efficiently, and financial and operational objectives are achieved. The Program Manager will partner closely with executive leadership, design directors, client account managers, and discipline leaders to support revenue growth, client satisfaction, and operational excellence across hyperscale and colocation data center programs. This position is ideal for a highly organized, business-minded leader with deep experience in managing complex A/E/C programs and supporting major proposal pursuits. AECOM is a leader in the global data center consulting industry with robust teams in the Americas, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with our teams around the world on high-profile, fast-paced data center projects for global clients. This is a hands-on, client-facing role with an opportunity for upward career mobility.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field plus eight (8) years of relevant experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Minimum 5+ years managing complex programs or major projects
Experience supporting or leading proposal efforts
Strong understanding of A/E/C project delivery process
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Strong business and financial acumen
Ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities
US Citizenship

Nice To Haves

10 plus years of relevant experience.
Direct experience supporting data center projects
Experience working with hyperscale or colocation clients
Experience managing large multi-disciplinary design teams
Experience with Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build delivery models
PMP certification preferred
Professional licensure (Architect, Engineer) is a plus but not required

Responsibilities

Provide program-level leadership across multiple concurrent data center design projects
Monitor program performance including schedule, budget, staffing, and risk
Identify and resolve program-level constraints impacting delivery
Ensure consistency of execution across multiple projects and clients
Support Design Managers and Project Managers in maintaining successful delivery
Support business development and proposal writing for new pursuits.
Lead preparation of major technical and commercial proposals, including: Go / No-Go coordination, Proposal schedules and deliverable management, Fee strategy coordination, Staffing plans and resource alignment, Executive review coordination, Interview preparation and coaching
Coordinate closely with Client Account Managers, and Technical Leaders
Improve proposal processes, templates, and win strategies
Support capture planning for strategic pursuits
Serve as a key point of contact for strategic clients
Participate in client meetings, presentations, and program reviews
Support Client Account Managers in maintaining strong client relationships
Help identify new opportunities within existing client programs
Assist in managing client expectations and overall client experience
Travel as needed for project-related activities such as client meetings and site visits.