Strategy Manager

AECOM is seeking a Strategy Manager to join our Strategy & Transformation practice in Mississauga Ontario Strategy & Transformation is AECOMs design-led management consulting studio that operates at the intersection of Business & Digital Transformation Organizational Dynamics and Place Strategy. We blur the lines between strategy creativity people and the built environment.

Success in this role requires strong communication comfort tackling diverse projects across differing industries sincere motivation eagerness to collaborate and outstanding leadership analytical and creative problem-solving skills.

You will join our multidisciplinary practice of strategists organizational designers change managers architects data analysts organizational psychologists and urban designers to support projects which encompass world class corporations agencies institutions universities & colleges and local and federal government.

Some of Our Work

• Toronto Parking Authority Business Transformation Digital Strategy
• Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) Hillcrest 2045 Strategic Plan
• Facility and Planning Assessment for Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
• Public Service and Procurement Canada (PSPC) Smart Buildings Playbook
• U.S. National Lab Digital Twin
• Los Angeles Department of Water & Power (LADWP) Integrated Human Resources Plan (IHRP)

Once You Are Here You Will

• Lead a team in projects and work streams comfortable communicating with clients understanding needs and translating them into actionable deliverables.
• Engage with clients through user research visualize qualitative and quantitative data and facilitate workshops to drive new ways of thinking
• Manage multiple projects creating team workflows to meet project timelines while proactively managing scope and change requests.
• Be comfortable interpreting and guiding extensive data analysis to convey business opportunities and operational transformation in non-technical terms
• Develop and coach team members to push their thinking and explore whats possible be passionate about trying new things rather than focusing on best practices
• Aid in business development opportunities by strategically developing financial and operational proposals business strategies innovative approaches collateral and other drivers
• Seek to understand AECOM the markets we play in and identify growth areas explore how approaches commonly adopted by corporate strategy and design might inform value creation in the built environment

About You

A T-shaped individual who asks thought-provoking questions is comfortable wading into ambiguous problems and can take ownership is a critical thinker. You have a minimum of 6 years experience in one or more of the following areas and possess a broader comfort and ability to work within many of these areas:

• Management consulting and / or corporate strategy
• Digital transformation operational prioritization and implementation roadmaps
• Change management people operations organizational design & development
• Urban design & planning functional space programming and capital planning
• User research synthesis of qualitative data and generating insights
• Data analytics & statistical modeling
• Design background in architecture urban planning space programming and interiors

Youre comfortable and ready to hit the ground running as soon as you get here and are:

• Highly collaborative communicative and a creative team player
• Flexible and able to manage more than one project in more than one team
• Persuasive and reliable project manager who can build nurture and maintain trusted external and internal business relations.
• Forward-planning in scoping developing and resolving work plans and schedules.
• A creative storyteller comfortable with directing graphical cues to articulate technical information in a clear and concise language

Technically you are skilled in one or more the following:

• Project management planning and scheduling
• Design-thinking Lean/Agile or Prosci certified and/or design-led strategy
• Business model generation
• Microsoft Office (specifically Excel and PowerPoint)
• Adobe Creative Suite (specifically Illustrator and InDesign)
• Revit or other space planning / design CAD systems/ GIS
• Data analytics and visualization (Excel PowerBI Tableau etc)

It would be a bonus if you are:

• Experienced in entrepreneurship team / practice building within large consulting firms / organizations
• Experienced in infrastructure / the built environment
• Have led or been a part of digital transformation

Application Instructions

The following materials are required for your application to be considered

• Resume
• Cover letter (yes we read them!) explaining why you are interested in AECOM and Strategy & Transformation and how your skills and experience align to this opportunity
• Project Example: To get to know you and your experience better attach an example of work that youre proud to help us understand your process learnings & insights why you made particular decisions and most importantly what was interesting or unexpected! Be visual because the majority of communication with clients is visual and keep it to a max of 4 pages fewer slides will not be penalized

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree in business analytics computer science architecture urban design / planning design or another relevant field plus 6 years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred Requirements

• Masters degree in business analytics computer science architecture urban design / planning design or another relevant field.
• Experienced in entrepreneurship team / practice building within large consulting firms / organizations.
• Experienced in infrastructure / the built environment.
• Have led or been a part of digital transformation.

Additional Information :

• Company paid relocation is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.

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 . 

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 youll 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 youve always envisioned. Here youll 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. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time