Environment Practice Operation Leader Remediation Focus US West Region

We are seeking a Practice Operations Lead (POL) who will report to the Director of Operations (DOO) and share responsibility with the Practice Lead (PL) and DOO for the profit & loss (P&L) and overall operational performance of the Environmental Remediation business unit. The business unit oversees environmental remediation work for oil gas chemical industrial public and private-sector clients including state/local commercial markets for our US West Region. The POL partners with stakeholders to deliver the annual operating plan with clear expectations for hiring and labor volume project performance discretionary G&A spend business development investment billing and collections and utilization.

Core responsibilities include driving project delivery performance proposal approval and pricing support resource management risk assessment and management process improvement P&L forecasting and budgeting daily operational troubleshooting performance reporting margin improvement initiatives and performance improvement planning for our US West Region.  .

The POL plays a key role in continuously strengthening commercial acumen and project management capabilities across the Practice supporting the nomination development and training of new PMs and deputy PMs. This role also supervises portfolio delivery leads (PDLs) and recruits PDL talent from across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive monthly quarterly and annual performance; own processes for financial forecasting (monthly quarterly and annual cycles).

• Analyze and present performance to department leaders tracking KPIs against goals and initiating corrective actions as needed.

• Serve as a point of escalation for project issues (e.g. resourcing gaps technical challenges invoicing and cash collection subconsultant/vendor concerns).

• Drive strong working capital performance by actively monitoring Unbilled Billed AR and DSO and meeting billing and collections targets.

• Improve working capital (monitor Unbilled Billed AR DSO; billing timeliness/accuracy; collections) and protect margin through disciplined change orders and rate strategies.

• Review and approve pursuit strategies and proposals; support pricing and governance requirements.

• Strengthen contract governance (T&Cs insurance tax workshare) and manage commercial risk across unit rate T&M fixed price and design build remediation.

• Ensure PDLs leverage project reviews to monitor client satisfaction resourcing forecast schedule risk and quality management.

• Ensure PDLs require bottoms-up ETCs from PMs as needed to support financial tracking and forecasting accuracy.

• Attend high-risk project reviews and support at-risk projects with mitigation plans and recovery actions.

• Drive consistent project management practices aligned with AECOMs Project Delivery System (PDS) and Quality Management System (QMS).

• Balance workload across the Environmental Remediation Practice and where appropriate the broader enterprise to optimize capacity and capability.

• Approve G&A expenditures and/or support department leadership with assessment and approvals to optimize ROI.

• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of the Practices R18 data and output reports; proactively address data quality and reporting gaps.

• Balance onshore/offshore and workshare models; oversee onboarding to accelerate chargeability and quality for new staff and transfers.

• Build an inclusive high performance culture; recognize excellence and address performance gaps promptly.

• Coach PMs Construction Managers and Field Leads; sponsor capability uplift in remedial design CQA/CQC and field safety.

• Role model our values and ethics; promote psychological safety and continuous learning.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Engineering Environmental Sciences or a comparable technical business or professional discipline AND 10 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of skills and experience including 2 years of leadership experience OR a demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.   

• Successful candidate will have to pass a background check.  

• Due to the nature of the position sponsorship is not available at this time or in the future for this role.  Candidates need to be a US Citizen or a permanent resident.   

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong project management skills with a track record of successful delivery and demonstrated improvement of operational KPIs at scale (margin utilization cash flow schedule adherence quality safety).

• Business development experience including client service and proposal preparation.

• Demonstrated change enabler who promotes best practice and coaches/mentors staff.

• Strong positive communication style when navigating challenging issues differences of opinion and mitigation planning.

• Strong financial and commercial acumen (budgeting forecasting revenue recognition T&Cs pricing/change orders).

• Excellent communication stakeholder engagement workshop facilitation and decision-making skills.

• PMP certification preferred but not required.

• Experience managing the operational performance of an Environmental Remediation portfolio; experience spanning state/local and/or commercial programs is advantageous.

Additional Information :

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 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 :

Yes

Employment Type :

Full-time