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AECOM Commercial Director in Los Angeles, California
Company Description
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At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
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Job Description
AECOM is seeking a Commercial Director to be based in Los Angeles, CA.
Job Duties include:
Lead and manage programs that are medium to large in size and complexity or a defined part of a larger program, in support of the overall Program Manager.
Provide the organization with technical leadership and strategic direction for program delivery at a regional level.
Advocate for ethical and safe working practices.
Contributes to innovation in program management approaches and methodology to achieve marketplace differentiation.
Work with Regional leadership and Market Sector Leaders to identify new business opportunities and develop solutions to address them.
Identify areas of high risk and pro-actively takes actions to positively impact program outcomes.
Assess long-term and disruptive trends in their area of expertise. Proposes skill development approaches and workforce planning to deliver capabilities for the future.
Actively supports the attraction and retention of talent across area of expertise.
Accountable for overall financial success and delivery of AECOM Program Management agreement.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop, implement and coordinate the commercial strategy for the program working closely with the program controls lead and function leads
Provide strategic commercial advice and recommendations to senior leadership.
Lead change and commercial negotiations. Be the face of commercials to the client and the lead within the program team
Liaise with the AECOM business leads
Oversee cost and commercial assurance
Lead change and risk panels groups, ensuring decisions align to program outcomes
Have oversight of the procurement advice to the client.
Oversee the management of all contracts related to the program, ensuring compliance and effective cost and risk management. (may include the additional works contracts)
Develop innovative, optimized commercial arrangements, as it relates to AECOM’s contract.
Thorough understanding of program costs, ensuring budget adherence and identifying cost-saving opportunities for driving value.
Identify and mitigate commercial risks to AECOM throughout the program lifecycle.
Key Competencies:
Collaborative Working
Strategic Thinking
Commercial Acumen
Risk and Value Management
Leadership and Team Management
Effective Communication
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- BA/BS + 10 Years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 2 years of leadership
Preferred Qualifications:
Extensive experience in commercial and procurement management, preferably within the water, utilities or infrastructure sector.
Strong knowledge of contract law, procurement best practices and change management.
Proven track record of managing large-scale procurement activities and supplier relationships
Excellent negotiation, communication, and leadership skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders and teams.
Games experience a bonus
Additional Information
Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $200,000.00 - $250,000.00.
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: J10125773
Business Line: PPM
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: West
Career Area: Program & Project Management
Work Location Model: On-Site
Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc