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Deputy Department Manager - Environmental Remediation

AECOM•Long Beach, CA
•$155,000 - $190,000•Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a Deputy Department Manager to oversee Environmental Remediation operations along the West Coast. The role oversees the performance of major programs and projects to achieve internal and client-facing key performance indicators (KPIs), while remaining involved in and executing billable work. The position is based in California, preferably in the Los Angeles, Orange County, or Long Beach area; candidates in San Diego, Oakland, or Sacramento may also be considered. The manager drives program and business performance, manages client relationships and project issues, supports staff development and succession planning, and helps grow profitable business. The position also supports operational consistency, risk management, project quality, forecasting, and compliance with AECOM processes and regional guidance. The role shares people-management responsibilities for approximately 50 department staff and works with leadership, account managers, practice-area leaders, project managers, and client organizations. AECOM describes the work location model as hybrid. Newly hired employees must attend in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location. The position requires a bachelor's degree and at least eight years of experience, or demonstrated equivalent experience and/or education. Candidates must pass a background check, have a valid driver's license and pass an MVR check, and be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Sponsorship is not offered for this role.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree and 8 years of experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
  • Must pass a background check.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check in accordance with company policy.
  • U.S. citizenship or permanent residency; sponsorship is not offered now or in the future.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate messages clearly to varied audiences.
  • Ability to influence others and move toward a common vision or goal.
  • Ability to be flexible and adaptable and work in ambiguous situations.
  • Resilience, tenacity, and a propensity to persevere.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and through others as a team player.
  • Acute business acumen and understanding of organizational issues and challenges.
  • Strong knowledge and track record in the environmental/remediation business, including risk-based strategic asset management and advocacy in multiple state jurisdictions while working for an environmental consultant.

Nice To Haves

  • Master's degree.
  • 15 years of related experience.
  • California Professional Geologist or Professional Engineer credential.

Responsibilities

  • Drive program performance to meet or exceed client satisfaction measures and KPIs.
  • Understand and drive business performance and achievement of internal KPIs.
  • Work with business leadership on governance and risk issues, proactively identifying and addressing risk-management triggers.
  • Develop and formulate solutions to client problems and issues.
  • Participate in reviews of major program and project dashboards and deep dives to identify issues and improve performance.
  • Promote faster adoption of digital tools.
  • Integrate international Enterprise Capabilities into project delivery and work with business leadership to manage transitions.
  • Develop ideas for program and process improvement.
  • Directly engage in and manage high-quality client projects while executing billable work.
  • Share people-management responsibilities for approximately 50 department staff.
  • Build and facilitate trusting relationships across three multinational chemical company client organizations.
  • Serve as a focal point for major issue resolution and follow up rapidly on concerns.
  • Provide feedback to Project Managers to support client satisfaction and long-term growth.
  • Develop and implement team succession plans and advise on recruiting key personnel.
  • Ensure project delivery employees are trained and mentored, including developing future project managers.
  • Coach project managers and team members on business performance and internal KPIs, and implement processes with Project Managers.
  • Evaluate the individual performance of project managers in the department.
  • Collaborate with Client Account Managers, Practice Area Leaders, and Business Line Leadership to grow profitable backlog and ensure client-program financial success.
  • Develop budgets for business-development portfolio management, tracking and optimizing wins and bookings, and project oversight.
  • Lead capture strategies for key pursuits and major projects, aiming for high capture rates and growth in the business and relevant technical capabilities.
  • Escalate project issues and recommend performance improvements, including addressing resourcing gaps, technical issues, invoicing and cash-collection challenges, and subconsultant or vendor concerns.
  • Drive consistent project-management practices and procedures aligned with AECOM Project Delivery System (PDS) and Quality Management System (QMS) requirements.
  • Ensure accurate Workload Planning Tool output for the department.
  • Maintain departmental compliance with West Region Environment Pricing guidance and the DOA approval framework.
  • Ensure accuracy of departmental Salesforce pipeline data, Detailed Forecast data, and output reports.

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 employee assistance program.
  • Business travel insurance.
  • Service recognition awards.
  • Retirement savings plan.
  • Employee stock purchase plan.
  • Award-winning training and development programs.

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