Head of Bridges and Structures

Start here. Grow here

As the Head of Bridges and Structures you will be a key member of the leadership team that spans Rail Structures Ground & Engineering (RSGE) at AECOM. You will be responsible for steering the strategy growth and operational excellence for the Bridges and Structures sub sector. Reporting directly to the Head of RSGE key objectives of your role include business development optimising our project portfolio as well as ensuring that our technical and client delivery standards remain industry-leading.

You will play a pivotal role in fostering a client-centric culture leveraging industry insights and facilitating cross-disciplinary collaboration to unlock synergies across our projects and capabilities. This position not only champions business growth but also upholds our commitment to safety technical excellence and high-quality client service.

About You

Leadership Excellence: You are a proactive leader with a strong track record of managing large teams and driving business results. Your approach is both strategic and hands-on balancing accountability for a business P&L with the ability to guide and inspire teams across various sub-sectors.

Relationship Builder: You enjoy building strong internal and external relationships and have a proven record in developing client-centric strategies that drive growth and collaboration.

Innovative and Adaptable: You are flexible resourceful and adept at navigating complex business environments ensuring that your team remains agile in a dynamic industry landscape.

Commitment to Inclusion: You are dedicated to fostering a culture that values diverse perspectives inclusivity and continuous professional development.

Heres what youll do

The key accountabilities of the role include but are not limited to:

Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and execute the Bridges and Structures business strategy aligning with overall RSGE and AECOM objectives.
• Drive business growth by identifying new opportunities and optimizing the current project portfolio.

Team and Operational Excellence:

• Lead a talented team of 350 professionals ensuring a safe engaged and technically capable workforce.
• Foster an inclusive work environment based on trust respect and open communication with a clear focus on career development and mentorship.
• Ensure effective internal communication consistent progress reporting and the seamless cascade of information throughout the sub-sector.

Client and Market Engagement:

• Cultivate robust relationships with key clientsincluding National Rail local authorities contractors and developersto drive new business and strengthen existing partnerships.
• Champion multi-disciplinary collaboration by representing Bridges and Structures in cross-functional initiatives and key opportunity discussions.
• Support client account management activities by promoting market intelligence sharing and coordinated business development efforts.

Quality Safety and Technical Excellence:

• Uphold the highest standards in technical excellence safety and quality ensuring these priorities are maintained across all operations.
• Promote work-sharing initiatives and collaborate with internal stakeholders to support comprehensive governance and risk management measures.

Market Intelligence and Industry Trends:

• Monitor industry trends emerging technologies and policy changes to inform strategic decisions.
• Actively participate in high-profile industry events and engagements positioning AECOM as a leader in the Bridges and Structures market.

Come grow with us.

We develop projects from concept through to operation providing engineering and construction services for multiyear multimillion-dollar projects for major rail and transit agencies. Our specialists provide analytical and strategic expertise for every stage of a project

And 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 customized 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:

• A Bachelors or Masters Degree in a relevant discipline with membership in a recognised professional body.
• Extensive leadership experience within the Bridges and Structures industry with a proven ability to grow business and deliver on strategic KPIs. 
• Strong background in Client Account Management (CAM) technical excellence and safety/quality leadership.
• Exceptional communication interpersonal and negotiation skills coupled with a strategic mindset.
• A demonstrated commitment to diversity inclusion and nurturing talent within your teams.

As an inclusive AECOM leader you will have:

• Proven ability to build and retain a diverse and inclusive workforce while nurturing talent development mentoring and coaching.

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!

Additional Information :

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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.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time