Municipal Water Business Lead, TN, AL - job 1 of 7

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AECOM’s Water Business Line is seeking a creative, highly talented Area Business Lead- Water/Wastewater for immediate employment at AECOM‘s Franklin, TN Office with flexibility of having a hybrid schedule. The successful candidate will be leading AECOM's mature and growing water / wastewater practice in Tennessee and support starting a Water practice in the state Alabama. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with the region's largest water and wastewater utilities and supports AECOM's Water business to execute transformative projects. AECOM was announced as the Number 1 water firm in the latest ENR rankings.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Develops and executes the business growth strategy for the Tennessee market in alignment with regional and national objectives and initiatives.
• Identifies, manages, and participates in key industry events that align with the growth strategy.
• Creates and maintains a robust pipeline of project opportunities as documented and managed in AECOM’s client relationship management database.
• Leads key pursuits, proposal reviews and interview preparation.
• Collaborates with a strong and diverse team of capture managers, client account managers, project managers and technical practitioners.
• Manages and provides quality control review of water/wastewater projects.
• Develops talent and support their career planning via AECOM’s goal setting and performance management system.
• Serve as Client Account Manager for a few key clients in Tennessee.
• Support operations and project delivery teams in exceeding key project performance goals.
• Apply best practices to project delivery by leveraging technology and standard methodologies of the Technical Practice Network (TPN).

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with 10 years of relevant experience and demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• 10 years of experience in municipal water/wastewater infrastructure design in TN, assessment, and rehabilitation, including treatment, conveyance and pumping systems.
• 5 years of business development experience.
• 7 years of project management experience.
• Professional Engineer in Tennessee or ability to obtain reciprocity within six (6) months.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in civil or environmental engineering.
• 15 years experience in municipal water/wastewater infrastructure. design, assessment, and rehabilitation, including treatment, conveyance and pumping systems.
• Demonstrated experience in leading complex municipal Water / Wastewater projects, preferably in TN.
• Experience managing staff and leading multidiscipline project design teams.
• Experience in coordination with regulatory agencies.
• Experience presenting at professional conferences and leading technical workshops.
• Experience leading and mentoring a team of 5+ professionals.

• Sponsorship is not available for this position 
• Relocation is available for this position

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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. 

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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, you’ll 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 you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

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