VP Global Digital Leader, Program Management

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking a digital leader to drive the digital evolution for our Global Program Management business line in 4 key areas:

• Maturing the digital delivery of the program management services through leading development of AECOM’s Digital Delivery System and other tools as needed.
• Creating new digital capabilities to accelerate the Program Management business growth.
• Enable the business to win new business through competitive differentiation.
• Supporting our Program Management business clients on their own digital transformation journey.

The role will report to the Senior Vice President for Program Management Practice and Capabilities and will directly support across the Program Management Global Business Line.

At AECOM, we’re united by a common purpose of delivering a better world. Our Global Program Management business provides the structure, tools, techniques, and process to deliver on this vision.

The Global Digital Lead will develop and lead the execution of a global digital strategy that both accelerates transformation and delivers growth, working backwards from both the needs of customers and the business line to form the appropriate strategy. The digital lead will be well versed in determining business value as well as digital technologies and architectures that deliver value for the global program business and its customers. This role will be responsible for developing strategic plans for the business, driving alignment across teams, determining the proper technology directions, leveraging AECOM resources and partners to execute the strategies to scale solutions across business lines and geographies, while supporting bids for critical opportunities. This leader will also serve as a thought leader internally and externally, assisting our commercial teams in winning new business through differentiating AECOM’s position in the market.

This role will be working with teams across the world to create new tools, standardized platforms, frameworks, and workflows, as well as forming new digital consulting service offerings leveraging cloud, AI/ML, advanced analytics, and IoT technologies. Providing compelling business cases, the global digital leader will secure funding based on measurable business impact and will track progress through adoption. In addition, this leader will leverage and evolve a digital partner network to accelerate innovation for the business line.

The Global Digital Lead will work with other digital professionals around the world to advance AECOM’s global digital strategies and priorities.

By connecting our expertise across services, markets, and geographies, we manage outcome-driven projects that deliver social, economic and environmental value. These include programs of critical national importance in defense, transport, water, clean energy, environmental clean-up, international development and disaster recovery, as well as the shaping of many of the world’s major cities.

Partnering with public and private asset owners as development and delivery partners, we help shape early thinking to deliver transformational change. Committed to service to society and the legacies of the programs we manage, we offer ongoing engagement through the program lifecycle, from day zero to delivery and beyond.

This is a fully remote work opportunity that can be located anywhere within the United States, Canada or Europe.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership for the design, implementation, adoption, and support of new software applications and enhancements to the Program Management Digital Delivery System.
• Work with Program Directors, the Program Management Global Business line team, and across multiple business teams, providing solutions to deliver major programs.
• Develop business cases to justify investment in new digital capabilities. Conduct Build/Buy/Partner analysis.
• Develop business requirements for product and technology teams.
• Collaborate across global regions and business lines to ensure strategy adoption and scaling of digital solutions.
• Convey thought leadership and industry expertise to teams, clients, and external audiences.
• Work closely with Program Management teams to ensure successful system delivery by meeting program needs on budget and schedule.
• Maintain clear lines of communication with program teams and clients to ensure project deliverables meet defined quality standards.
• Provide support to Business Development and pursuit teams as required, including presentations to key clients and prospects.
• Provide effective and clear presentations of strategy and status to business executives.
• Identify and collaborate with key technology partners to provide the optimal solutions for teams and clients.
• Identify digital talent from across the business line globally to accelerate adoption of digital tools and solutions.

Attributes/skills:

• Self-starter with the ability to work as a positive, energized and adaptable global team member.
• Capable to dive deep into areas of importance and to ensure initiatives are successful.
• Highly developed written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present ideas and influence senior leaders.
• Extremely strong relationship building skills.
• Demonstrated ability to champion and drive ideas/programs/solutions.
• Ability to work in periods of ambiguity and create clarity for stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, able to work under pressure and prioritize effectively.
• Able to demonstrate passion, energy and drive, especially in the face of resistance.
• Flexible with work times to align with colleagues in different time zones.

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS plus at least 15 years of relevant experience in digital solution delivery or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including at least 6 years of leadership experience.
• Demonstrated experience growing a digital business (or business line).
• Very strong knowledge and experience in cloud, AI/ML, advanced analytics, and reporting technologies and vendors.
• Demonstrated experience with the top-tier technology vendors to deliver solutions.
• Demonstrated collaborative influencing skills across business lines or teams.
• Exceptional interpersonal and stakeholder management skill.
• Knowledge of financial reporting (return on investment).
• Experience working in international teams.
• Experienced presenting to executive audiences and clients.
• Ability to travel approximately 25-30%.

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. 

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.