Master Planner Ports and Marine Hybrid

AECOM is seeking an experienced Master Planning professional to join our team based in Houston TX.  We are looking for a motivated individual to help us both pursue and execute project work with a focus on Port and Marine Master Planning.  The focus of this work is typically working with clients to establish a vision for a 1020 year future planning horizon and then to identify strategic goals for effective development.  Projects typically balances many competing metrics such as capacity cost environmental impact etc. to derive a recommended longterm plan as well as interim phasing plans for development.  Projects may include both cargo and passenger operations as well as landside transportation networks serving ports.

You will be joining of a global team of 500 maritime specialists who support on a wide range of maritime developments including container terminals LNG facilities waterfront developments cruise and ferry terminals marinas and harbors as well as coastal schemes such as beach development and coastal protection schemes.

The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:

• Proven business and technical experience having demonstrated client engagement skills that enabled problem synthesis and solution development through targeted interactions.
• Collaboratively engage with clients throughout the project lifecycle process.
• Leverage professional network to develop new opportunities.
• Analyze operational data to identify trends bottlenecks and areas for improvement.
• Use software tools to simulate and optimize terminal operations.
• Take on applicable project or task leadership roles and being responsible for the on time on budget and on specification delivery of services and solutions.
• Advise on transport planning and engineering policies.
• Research analyze and report on a range of future mobility modes.
• Assist the Ports and Marine Texas group manager to strengthen and grow port practice in the gulf coast.
• Assistance throughout the sales cycle by contributing to identifying leads transitioning these into opportunities formulating proposals and crafting work and project approaches.
• Work within virtual teams in other geographies for seamless delivery of clients in any location.
• Be a problem solver not a note taker. Ability to identify understand and focus on clients key requirements.
• Manage one or more projects involving a full spectrum of services offered by AECOM.
• Provides project and technical task management for one or more simultaneous projects.
• Good presentation and communication skills in English.  Strong technical and proposal writing skills.
• Ability to assist in developing new client relationships and to strengthen existing client relationships. 
• Clear understanding of commercial drivers of clients and projects along with project risk and profitability.
• Strong team leadership skills. Selfstarter energetic proactive.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education in Civil Engineering Urban Planning Logistics Supply chain management Maritime studies or a related field. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Texas PE license is desirable but not mandatory. 
• 8 years of experience in urban and regional planning preferably with experience in port terminal operations logistics or a related field.
• Proficiency in terminal operating systems and other relevant software.
• Accountable for cementing client relationships on continuing projects and for growing sales and booking growth from area clients.
• Established residency in area.
• Experience in ports marine or waterfront projects.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Prior experience working with public agencies private clients and major port authorities.
• Strong business development experience including proposal writing and client negotiations.
• Periodic travel might be required for periods of time

Additional Information :

• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization.

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 wellbeing 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 privatesector 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 . 

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 cuttingedge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our awardwinning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere 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. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime