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AECOM Principal, Aviation Architecture/Engineering in Tampa, Florida
Company Description
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Job Description
AECOM seeks a Principal, Aviation Architecture/Engineering for our Buildings + Places leadership team to drive the growth of professional design services related to Aviation projects in the Southeast, to be based out of the Tampa or Orlando offices. Candidate will be an architect, engineer, or planner with similar credentials with subject matter expertise in the planning, design, and delivery of innovative aviation facilities. The candidate will need to be a growth minded leader who can work collaboratively with senior leadership and mentor staff in a fast pace setting to support business development, marketing and communications, capture management, and strategy. This role will be based out of our Tampa or Orlando office and be responsible for developing aviation business in the southeast.
The responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to:
Help build a strong and thriving culture in the Aviation practice that promotes equity, diversity, & inclusion, ESG, and innovation, while preserving technical excellence in our core competency
Ensures unflinching customer focus. The successful candidate will demonstrate deep customer insight, ensure a client driven culture, spearhead and support market-focused solutions
Collaborate with senior leadership team in the US East Team on driving strategic growth initiatives throughout the region in the Aviation practice. (Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, Sustainability, Digital, and others)
Work with the US East B+P growth team in developing annual targets and goals for the fiscal year for Aviation, and own the Awards and Bookings KPIs
Provide leadership in recruiting and retaining top talent to the Aviation team, aligned with client needs and strategic pursuits
In collaboration with senior leadership, develop and own the long-term vision for sustained growth of AECOM’s Aviation business in the East
Oversee the capture process for key pursuits in Aviation to ensure best practices are being adhered to, and continuously improve capture results
Evaluate Aviation opportunities and determine which to pursue based on client understanding, pre-positioning, alignment with overall growth strategy, and AECOM strategic position
Oversee the client account management program for key clients in Aviation to ensure active management
Collaborate with local leadership across the East and organize civic engagement activities and be responsible for budgeting and tracking business development and civic spend
Be responsible for holding regular Aviation business development meetings with all relevant stakeholders and ensuring frequent and regular communication
Potential to be project manager and principal on key projects in the Aviation market
Track potential client project needs and capital planning programs throughout the East region, specifically large and medium hub airports
Attend events and conferences (as well as other organizations and conferences), as well as eventually serving on committees designated by the chapter(s)
Coordinate with internal resources and other business lines to promote overall market sector growth with our local clients
Engage with local marketplace with small and diverse business partners through regular meetings or planned AECOM events
Entry and tracking program and project pursuits in Salesforce Leading contract proposals for projects across the region
Collaborate and coordinate across relevant geographies and teams:
Across business lines with Energy, Transportation, Construction Management (AECOM Hunt), Program Management, and Environment
With East Region Leaders (key Metro/Cities leads, Regional Business Line Leads, Finance, Operations, and project teams)
With the Global Aviation team, specifically around major Aviation conferences, major trends, critical pursuits, capture management, technical practice networks, and client engagement
With other geographic regions around subject matter experts, sharing work, best practices, and internal workshops
This role offers an excellent opportunity to collaborate with clients, elected officials, industry associations, technical leaders, and project specialists in a dynamic work environment and a culture that is direct, supportive, and flexible.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements :
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture +10 years of experience in aviation projects or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
2 years of demonstrated leadership experience in the aviation sector
Experience in leading growth through sales, business development, and successful delivery of signature projects
Proven ability to successfully develop strong client relationships and win work
Ability to manage multiple projects of a complex scope
Must possess a valid US Drivers License
Preferred Qualifications :
Experience in business development, and strong existing relationships with Aviation clients in the United States
Licensed Architect
Strong understanding of best practices in business development for professional services
Team-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
Ability to communicate problems clearly and simply to clients, leadership, and technical staff
Ability to balance various project and company responsibilities and deadlines while maintaining professionalism and quality
Additional Information
Relocation is available for this position.
Sponsorship is not available for this position.
Travel is required for this position
Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $150,000.00 - $220,000.00.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, U.S. and global well-being programs, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ReqID: J10113511
Business Line: B&P - Buildings & Places
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: East
Career Area: Business Development
Work Location Model: Hybrid
Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc