Operations Director

Start here. Grow here.

Are you ready to challenge the boundaries of whats possible As AECOMs Operations Director for the a major energy infrastructure programme you will have direct accountability for the financial performance of the business unit within the Environment Energy (EE) business line in the UK&I region. This programme comprises a portfolio of projects being delivered under a unified framework and includes employees fully allocated to its delivery. At peak delivery the programme is expected to generate $2030m Net Revenue (NSR) annually with individual projects ranging in value up to $20m.

Heres what youll do:

Working closely with the EE Operations Director Energy Business Unit Director Energy Operations Director and programme  leadership you will drive performance by mitigating risks and maximising opportunities to grow and continuously improve the programmes  key performance metrics - Net Revenue Labour Contribution % EBITA % Operating Cash Flow and Enterprise Capabilities Hours as a % of Direct Labour Hours. Additionally the role will have responsibility for ensuring that AECOMs risk committee conditions for approving the proposal are delivered upon and realised e.g. margin improvement plans minimum EC hours usage etc.

Due to the programme leadership being based in Birmingham there is an expectation for this role to require regular travel to Birmingham on a weekly basis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ethics & Compliance  Implementing and ensuring compliance with AECOM Ethics & Compliance policies and procedures.
• SH&E  Lead by example by visibly driving SH&E culture and ensuring effective implementation of SH&E policies and procedures.
• Technical Excellence & Quality  Act as a technical excellence champion and work closely with the Energy digital lead alongside programme leadership to ensure the right client solutions are delivered on time cost and to professional quality and legislative standards every time.
• Financial Plan  Responsible for developing and implementing the programme financial plan and outlook with Energy and EE leadership.
• Business Performance  Achievement of the annual financial business plan and outlook; continuously monitor actual performance vs the plan / outlook and taking proactive action to mitigate issues and maximise opportunities.
• Bidding  Support the WAP/WAF pricing process within the programme by contributing directly to the development and execution of scopes of work alongside the commercial manager.
• Risk & Opportunities Management  Develop a culture within programme where both risks and opportunities to EBITA and cash flow are proactively identified assessed and managed.
• Project Governance  Ensure control of project delivery through the implementation of consistent and effective Healthy Starts Contract Bid and Project reviews Risk Management and achievement of project data quality metrics.
• Project Manager Development  Work with EE Operations to ensure effective training is in place to develop confident and commercially and operationally astute project directors and managers.
• Commercial Management  Responsible for proactively identifying and rectifying problem projects and working with the EE and programme Commercial team to drive effective and consistent change management processes and resolve commercial disputes with clients.
• Sources of Revenue  Responsible for the maintaining the accuracy of the Sources of Revenue for the programme - by ensuring that all task orders are accurately recorded in Salesforce at all times and live projects have the correct NSR backlog forecast end dates and phasing profiles.
• Resourcing Strategy  Support the EE Resourcing Lead with the development and implementation of an appropriate sustainable resourcing strategy for the programme e.g. through internal workshare EC centres timesheet contractors and permanent hires.
• SG&A Control  Proactively control and manage non labour SG&A costs such as travel recruitment fees and indirect procurement.

Come grow with us.

Lets not forget about the perks at AECOM. Youll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle technical practice networks AECOM University and volunteering days.

Qualifications :

Ready to push the limits of whats possible

Heres what were looking for:

• Bachelors degree in a relevant discipline (engineering finance business etc.) preferred
• Operational and business acumen demonstrated through previous experience e.g. from project delivery client account / framework management operations commercial finance or P&L management.
• Team player who demonstrates a record of championing AECOMs values and leadership behaviours and building relationships as a trusted business partner.
• Critical thinker who can solve complex problems challenge the status quo in any aspect of the business and successfully identify and deliver initiatives to drive continuous improvement.
• Ability to build relationships with and positively influence stakeholders across AECOMs global business and at all levels.
• Acts as a mentor to others to help improve their understanding of what is needed and why to drive business performance

We celebrate diversity including neurodiversity and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process please contact us at 

At AECOM we value everyones unique contributions and perspectives.

If you meet some of the requirements above or have transferable skills you believe would benefit us we would be delighted to hear from you!

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About AECOM

AECOM is the worlds 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 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 youre 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 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 benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. Were the worlds trusted global infrastructure firm and were in this together your growth and success are ours too.

Join us and youll 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 persons potential and well help you reach yours.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address   if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.