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About the Role
AECOM is seeking a Program Controls Director to provide senior-level oversight and direction for program controls, partnering with executive leadership to align cost, schedule, risk, and performance with program objectives. This role involves leading coordination across diverse project teams, navigating interdependencies, and ensuring data-driven decision-making through clear communication with stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and direct Program Controls for large-scale, strategically significant, and highly complex programs
- Provide authoritative senior-level guidance for program controls activities, ensuring strict adherence to strategic objectives
- Spearhead coordination efforts across multiple projects within the program, guaranteeing seamless integration and alignment with program goals
- Conduct thorough analyses to identify and address critical interdependencies between projects
- Deliver expert counsel and rigorous oversight to project controls teams, ensuring meticulous management of individual project elements
- Orchestrate precise and effective communication between project teams, stakeholders, and senior leadership, delivering comprehensive and actionable intelligence
- Implement and maintain stringent control measures to safeguard program integrity and ensure optimal resource allocation
- Develop and enforce standardized processes to enhance program efficiency and effectiveness across all project phases
- Conduct regular, in-depth program performance assessments and risk analyses, providing strategic recommendations for course corrections
- Cultivate a culture of accountability and excellence within the program controls team, fostering continuous improvement and professional development
- Orchestrate clear, concise, and authoritative communication between project teams, stakeholders, and senior leadership, delivering insightful and actionable updates
- Present to multiple stakeholders
Requirements
- BA/BS in Project Management, Engineering, or Business plus 12 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 4 years of leadership
- 15 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience
- Master's degree in Project Management, Engineering, or Business
- Strong experience with Project Management Information System (PMIS)
- Experience with large transportation, water, and aviation infrastructure
- Experience in integration of controls - scope, cost, schedule, risk reporting
- Experience in PowerBI report tailoring for program specific needs
- Sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization may be available
- Relocation assistance may be available
- All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment
Location
- US - New York, NY - 605 Third Ave
Work Type
- On-Site
Experience Level
- 12 years of related experience
- 4 years of leadership
- 15 years of related experience
Education Level
- BA/BS in Project Management, Engineering, or Business
- Master's degree in Project Management, Engineering, or Business
Salary/Compensations
- USD 240000 - USD 275000 - yearly
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- life
- AD&D
- disability benefits
- paid time off
- leaves of absences
- voluntary benefits
- perks
- flexible work options
- well-being resources
- employee assistance program
- business travel insurance
- service recognition awards
- retirement savings plan
- employee stock purchase plan
About the Company
- AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world.
- As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings.
- Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management.
- AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025.
- You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions.
- Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future.
- With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact.
- Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned.
- Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
Equal Opportunity
- As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it.
- All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.