Program Director, Airport Baggage Handling Systems
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Job Location:
Mississauga - Canada
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
1 hour ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
AECOM is seeking a Program Director Airport Baggage Handling Systems (BHS) to join our team.
This position is based on-site out of Mississauga. We are seeking a senior clientfocused leader to serve as a trusted advisor and single point of accountability for the delivery of complex airportwide Baggage Handling Systems programs supporting one of the most advanced sustainable and passengerfriendly airport developments in the world.
Major Responsibilities:
- Serves as the primary client-facing executive for the Airport Baggage Handling Systems (BHS) Program responsible for building and maintaining strong trustbased relationships with senior client leadership.
- Accountable for overall BHS program delivery in alignment with client objectives related to scope budget schedule quality safety operational performance and risk.
- Acts as a strategic advisor to the client providing informed recommendations on BHS system architecture delivery strategy procurement approach risk mitigation and operational readiness.
- Leads and represents the BHS program in executive steering committees governance forums and senior stakeholder meetings.
- Develops and implements the program governance framework execution strategy and performance reporting structure in alignment with the broader airport capital program.
- Provides oversight and direction to multi-disciplinary delivery teams ensuring alignment between BHS technical teams airport operations IT security screening authorities terminal design teams and construction partners.
- Manages and oversees system suppliers contractors and consultants ensuring contractual compliance and proactive resolution of performance interface and integration issues.
- Guides decisions related to change management commercial impacts and risk exposure in collaboration with client representatives and governance bodies.
- Ensures BHS design installation testing and commissioning activities meet functional regulatory reliability and passenger experience requirements.
- Leads programlevel interface management across live airport operations phased construction sequencing and operational transitions.
- Oversees preparation and presentation of executive briefings program status reports dashboards and decision papers to support timely and informed client decisionmaking.
- Collaborates with the Program Delivery Director and other Program Directors to ensure alignment and integration across terminal airside landside and enabling works.
- Acts as a mentor and role model for senior project leadership staff promoting a collaborative transparent and clientfocused delivery culture.
Qualifications :
Minimum Qualifications:
In order to be considered for this position candidates must possess no less than:
- University degree in Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Systems Engineering Construction Management or a related discipline plus demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience delivering airport Baggage Handling Systems including senior leadership roles on complex multiphase aviation programs.
- Demonstrated experience interfacing directly with airport authorities or owners as a senior clientfacing representative.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Typically brings 20 years of progressive professional experience including substantial program or portfolio leadership responsibility.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience on large-scale airport or transportation infrastructure programs valued over CAD $1 billion.
- Professional Engineering designation PMP or equivalent professional credential is considered a strong asset.
- Deep technical understanding of baggage handling system design best practices controls integration security screening interfaces redundancy strategies and operational performance criteria.
- Proven ability to operate effectively at the executive level balancing technical detail with strategic outcomefocused communication.
- Strong background in collaborative and alternative delivery models including Progressive DesignBuild Target Price or similar frameworks.
- Demonstrated experience supporting or leading complex commercial discussions change negotiations and contract management at a program level.
- Exceptional communication negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills with a track record of facilitating executive workshops and resolving complex multiparty issues.
- Familiarity with digital delivery platforms BIM environments and program management information systems (PMIS) is an asset.
Additional Information :
This position requires work on-site/out of the office 5 days a week.
Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education qualifications experience and work location.
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 2025. 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. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening assessment and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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