Performance Management Lead

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AECOM is seeking a Performance Management Lead for one of our offices in Sacramento, CA.

JOB SUMMARY

This role will be supporting and working in partnership with the leads over Cost, Schedule, and Risk Units to effectively collate, monitor, and report performance against the baseline. They are responsible for developing, maintaining, and reviewing project controls data including budget, cost forecast, schedule and risk information and providing accurate and timely reporting of the program's performance and variance analysis.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Key PMO resource in charge of the Capital Baseline, including the technical supporting documents, systems, and data underling the baseline. 
• Responsible for integration of the baseline across functions and branches via coordination with PMO Cost Control team 
• Supports definition of how progress is measured against the Capital Baseline 
• Controls against changes to the Capital Baseline per Governance processes 
• Assess estimates, costs, risks, and schedule updates across the program for adherence to the Capital Baseline 
• Support with the development of annual budgets for specialist sections of the program, taking ownership of articulating and tabulating year on year movements and the multi-year forecasts. 
• Compare and analyze trends and risks against the original cost estimates and budgets within the Capital Baseline. Identify opportunities to bring costs trends to prompt mitigations to bring cost trend in line with estimates and budgets. 
• Drive process, procedure and systems related improvement across the Risk Management Office working with the wider business to fully integrate these requirements 
• Work with the wider Controls team, to build out a scalable Work Break-Down Structure, Asset Break-Down Structure, and other necessary project specific data structures required to better enable rolled up reporting across the organization 
• Work in partnership with the Reporting function to provide strategic direction to, the monthly and-annual reporting requirements so that information is appropriately prioritized for its audience, is accurate, appropriately detailed, submitted timely to enable key decision making and is aligned to the requirements of key stakeholders 
• Operate as the big picture expert on the Capital Baseline to ensure consistency and robustness of data, and reporting 
• Continually review the existing baseline processes, structures, and data to provide any recommendations for improvements 

MININUM REQUIREMENTS

• BA/BS + 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Management, Project Management, or related technical field and 10 years experience in related fields of transit and or program controls.  
• Have expertise in the principles and practices of project management, data management and cost control; project cost planning and reporting techniques; construction project phases and disciplines 
• Use analytical techniques to provide cost analysis and provide solutions; research and compile data and maintain accurate and complete project records; meet deadlines; work and communicate effectively with others using courtesy, respect, and sensitivity; and follow and adhere to company policies 
• Experience of managing and motivating controls teams on major programs. 
• Have significant experience with the liaison, coordination, and negotiation with departmental and external stakeholders to elicit timely and consistent responses to program controls requirements 
• Have experience in leading and developing reporting, controls and baseline management methodology, procedures and presentation 
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) 
• Proficient in desktop publishing software, Visio and professional graphics software 
• Proficient with Data Analytics tools such as PowerBI, and a working knowledge of Primavera P6 
• Ability to communicate effectively with various personnel, including dealing with people effectively and tactfully in difficult and stressful situations 
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to work under time pressure, good understanding of project controls functions, data structures and baseline management 
• Project Management, data analytics, technical writing and presentational skill

• Some travel may be required
• Sponsorship is not offered for this position now or in the future

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 aecom.com. 

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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