Senior Manager, Smart Buildings & Connected Environments - Remote (US)
About The Position
AECOM is seeking a Senior Manager, Smart Buildings & Connected Environments to lead the development and delivery of technology-enabled building and workplace solutions across strategic client markets. This client-facing subject matter expert and growth leader will focus on smart buildings, workplace technology, IoT, operational analytics, and connected environments. The role helps clients define technology strategies that improve user experience, operational efficiency, building performance, and digital transformation outcomes, while supporting business development, strategic pursuits, thought leadership, and solution development across a range of markets. The position is a key investment in expanding AECOM's Integrated Experiences (IX) practice and establishing a market-leading Smart Buildings and Connected Environments capability. It combines client and market leadership, consulting and program-delivery oversight, development of service offerings and reusable resources, and mentoring and capability development across IX.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Information Technology, Building Systems, Construction Management, or a related field plus 8 years of relevant experience; alternatively, an AA/AS degree plus 10 years of experience.
- At least 8 years of experience in smart buildings, workplace technology, building systems integration, consulting, or related disciplines.
- Experience leading client engagements and multidisciplinary project teams.
- Strong understanding of building technologies and digital workplace environments.
- Experience supporting business development and proposal efforts.
- Excellent communication and executive presentation skills.
- Familiarity with Smartsheets or other project management platforms.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in a related field.
- Experience supporting Fortune 500 corporate real estate organizations.
- Experience with large technology clients such as Google, Microsoft, Meta, Amazon, Apple, or similar organizations.
- Knowledge of BAS/BMS, HVAC controls, lighting controls, IoT platforms, occupancy sensing, workplace analytics, building data platforms, and networked AV.
- Experience with digital twin initiatives and operational technology environments.
- Experience developing enterprise technology standards and governance frameworks.
- SmartScore AP certification.
- WiredScore AP certification.
- PMP certification.
- CTS or CTS-D certification.
- LEED AP certification.
- Certified Smart Building Professional (CSBP) certification.
- Niagara Certification.
- Microsoft Azure IoT, Power Platform, or Data Analytics certifications.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a client-facing subject matter expert for smart buildings and connected environments.
- Support account growth within strategic clients, including corporate real estate, technology, and large campus portfolios.
- Participate in client meetings, pursuits, interviews, and workshops.
- Develop solution strategies that align business objectives with technology investments.
- Identify emerging market trends and new service opportunities, and support regional and global growth initiatives.
- Lead development of smart building roadmaps and implementation strategies.
- Advise clients on IoT, workplace technologies, building intelligence, and digital workplace initiatives.
- Develop requirements for sensor platforms, analytics solutions, and integrated building technologies.
- Guide building systems integration across multiple stakeholder groups.
- Support digital twin and operational intelligence initiatives.
- Advise clients on occupancy analytics and workplace utilization strategies.
- Provide technical oversight and consulting leadership for project execution.
- Support multi-site and enterprise-wide technology deployments.
- Develop standards, governance frameworks, and deployment methodologies.
- Coordinate with architecture, engineering, PM/CM, and digital infrastructure teams.
- Ensure consistency and quality of deliverables across projects.
- Build and mature AECOM's Smart Buildings & Connected Environments service offering.
- Develop reusable tools, standards, and intellectual property.
- Mentor staff and support capability development across IX.
- Create thought leadership content and support conference speaking opportunities.
- Establish relationships with technology manufacturers, software providers, and industry organizations.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits, depending on employment status.
- Paid time off and leaves of absence.
- Voluntary benefits and perks.
- Flexible work options.
- Well-being resources and an employee assistance program.
- Business travel insurance.
- Service recognition awards.
- Retirement savings plan.
- Employee stock purchase plan.
- Training and development programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
