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AECOM Senior Vice President, Global Drinking Water Market Sector Leader in Dallas, Texas
Company Description
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Job Description
The Water Business Line of AECOM is actively seeking a Senior Vice President, Global Drinking Water Market Sector Leader to drive the growth, strategy and sale of AECOM’s services to a designated market sector, which may include specific end markets and customers.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Serve as part of a senior core team for AECOM’s business opportunity development and project delivery activities in support of our global drinking water market.
Coordinate with the regional Water Business Line Leadership to develop and coordinate global market strategy and drive growth.
Develop marketing strategies/plans, anticipates opportunities, and identifies market trends
Anticipate opportunities and trends in the business line, market sector and in adjacent market sectors
May direct market research in the municipal drinking water end market
Works with other business line and market sector leaders at the district, region or geography level to ensure strategic business growth
Build strong relationships and interact regularly with clients, teaming partners, industry groups and stakeholders linked to the market sector
Serve as an ambassador for AECOM in the business line and market sector
Development and approval of major pursuits and provides oversight of capture plans that conform to the business development strategy and technical capabilities
Draw in technical expertise from across the organization to support pursuits
Negotiate favorable contract terms and conditions, manages achievement of cost of sales, gross margin, backlog, and other related financial and business goals
Support the identification and mitigation of risks and commercial terms during the pursuit process
Continuously interacts with clients assuring satisfaction with AECOM services and interacting with project delivery personnel to ensure any service issues are identified and addressed in a proactive manner
Responsible for managing and developing employees in accordance with AECOM core values and performance management competencies, including managing talent and proactively supporting the performance management process
Reinforce collaboration and team building, ensures client focus, demonstrates commitment to excellence and innovation, and motivates others to ensure positive morale and engagement.
Provide input on BD expenditures and priorities based on market trends
Coordinate with Technical Practice Network to align skills with market trends and to drive strategic technical leadership hires
Coordinate with Area Business Unit Managers and Area Market Sector leaders to establish growth strategy and drive growth
Continuously build a strong professional network through personal contacts, conference planning and strategy development, AWWA/IWA/IDRA committee participation etc.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements :
BA/BS + EXTENSIVE or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 6 years of leadership
Preferred Qualifications :
20+ years Drinking Water industry experience
Extensive knowledge of NA municipal water market
Ability to broad scan other water related end markets and to assist in strategy development
Agile response to fast paced, complex work environment and organizational change
Additional Information
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits 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 absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
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 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
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.
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.
ReqID: J10119019
Business Line: Water
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: Global Business Lines
Career Area: Business Development
Work Location Model: Hybrid
Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc