UDOT Transportation Construction Management Senior Manager

AECOM•Murray, UT

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About The Position

AECOM is seeking an established professional services leader to drive the growth, strategy, and profitability of its Transportation Construction Management Inspection (CM) practice in Utah. Based in Utah, the Senior Manager will expand AECOM’s presence across the state, strengthen relationships with UDOT and other public-sector transportation clients, and lead delivery of construction management services for infrastructure projects. The role combines strategic leadership and business development with project delivery, operational performance, and talent development. The successful candidate will help grow AECOM’s Utah transportation business, pursue opportunities involving highway improvements, corridor upgrades, interchanges, bridges, and other infrastructure, and work closely with regional and national leadership. The position is expected to represent AECOM in the Utah marketplace, build and lead a high-performing team, secure new work, and oversee high-quality project delivery. The Utah transportation market includes a substantial construction program. The posting notes UDOT’s March 2026 announcement of $2.8 billion in new construction projects, including 176 projects scheduled to begin and 57 continuing from previous years. The successful candidate will help turn these opportunities into sustained business growth and strengthen AECOM’s position as a transportation construction delivery partner in Utah.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 10+ years of relevant engineering, project delivery, and business development experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
At least 2 years of leadership, strategy, growth, and P&L operations experience, included in the minimum qualification.
Active Professional Engineer (PE) license, with the ability to obtain and maintain professional engineering licensure appropriate for practice in Utah.

Nice To Haves

20+ years of relevant engineering and project delivery experience.
5+ years of experience in business development, capture management, and account management.
Ability to teach and mentor technical staff, supported by knowledge of relevant technical skills and tools.
Clear communication with clients, leadership, and technical staff.
Team-oriented approach and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
Ability to balance project and company responsibilities and deadlines while maintaining professionalism and quality.
Business development experience and strong existing relationships with Utah transportation agencies, particularly UDOT and local agencies.
Active involvement in local Utah transportation and engineering professional organizations.
Applicable construction management experience on transportation projects in Utah.
Demonstrated success developing and executing strategic growth plans, securing contracts, managing client accounts, and achieving business financial objectives.
Experience leading multidisciplinary construction management and inspection teams on highway, bridge, interchange, and other transportation infrastructure projects.
Familiarity with UDOT construction specifications, contract administration practices, project delivery methods, and public-sector procurement processes.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of AECOM’s Utah construction management business strategy, including priorities for market expansion, client engagement, business development, and profitable growth.
Build and maintain relationships with UDOT, regional transportation agencies, municipalities, counties, and other public-sector clients.
Represent AECOM in Utah’s transportation marketplace and promote its construction management, construction engineering, inspection, and program management capabilities.
Identify, pursue, and secure new business; lead capture strategies, develop client account plans, and coordinate proposals and interview preparation.
Initially contribute as both a business developer and hands-on project leader, providing project management or technical leadership when needed.
Develop and implement annual strategic business plans with local, regional, and national leadership, addressing sales, bookings, net service revenue, profitability, and other performance indicators.
Recruit, develop, and retain construction management professionals, inspectors, resident engineers, and project managers.
Establish a team culture focused on safety, quality, technical excellence, accountability, client satisfaction, and employee development.
Oversee delivery of transportation construction management services in compliance with UDOT requirements, contract documents, specifications, schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
Support project teams in resolving construction issues, managing risks, coordinating stakeholders, and communicating with clients and contractors.
Monitor business performance, project financials, staffing, resource allocation, and operational effectiveness against financial and strategic objectives.
Collaborate with Transportation leadership and other business lines to pursue multidisciplinary opportunities and cross-sell services in Utah.
Participate in local professional organizations, industry events, and community engagement to strengthen AECOM’s visibility and reputation.
Share market intelligence, client feedback, and competitive insights with leadership.
Promote ethical business practices, environmental stewardship, workplace safety, inclusion, and professional excellence.