Program Manager

AECOM•Oakland, CA

2h•$180,000 - $220,000•Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking an experienced Program Manager to support our Oil and Gas business line in Oakland, California. This role will lead the successful delivery of complex environmental projects for clients in the refining, industrial, and related sectors. The selected candidate will oversee one or more projects from planning through execution, providing strategic project leadership, managing risk, ensuring financial performance, and fostering long-term client relationships through the consistent delivery of high-quality project outcomes.

Requirements

Bachelors degree and 8 years of relevant environmental remediation experience (managing sites with complex stakeholder relationship, under jurisdiction of multiple state and federal agencies, at facilities subject to RCRA permits, etc.) or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Successful candidate must pass client required drug screening and background check.
A valid driver’s license is required, along with the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check in accordance with company policy.
US citizenship or permanent residency required.

Nice To Haves

15+ years of environmental consulting experience supporting oil & gas, refining, industrial, or energy-sector clients.
Proven track record managing complex, multi-disciplinary environmental projects with responsibility for scope, schedule, budget, and quality performance.
Strong client relationship management skills with experience growing key accounts and securing repeat business.
Experience leading project teams, mentoring project managers, and managing project risk, contracts, and financial performance.
Professional certification or registration preferred, such as PG, PE, CHMM, PMP, or a related credential.

Responsibilities

Technical direction and management of staff at a complex petrochemical facility in the San Francisco Bay area.
Serving as the lead interface with clients, community stakeholders, and state and federal agencies.
Delivering projects that meet and exceed schedule and quality requirements.
Managing projects within client budgetary requirements while meeting internal cost and revenue guidelines.
Leading a team that prioritizes safe performance of work.
Managing and mentoring junior and mid-level staff.
Developing work with existing clients through excellence in delivery and building relationships with new clients.