Technical Advisory Director

Company Description

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Job Description

AECOM Canada is hiring a Technical Advisory Director. This role is based in any major AECOM office.

Over the past number of years, AECOM has built a successful practice in supporting owners of major transportation infrastructure projects in the provision of Owner’s Engineer and Technical Advisory services across Canada. Recent examples include the Finch Light Rail Transit project, Highway 427 Extension project, Ottawa Light Rail Transit projects Eglinton Crosstown West Extension project and GO Rail Expansion On-Corridor Works project. AECOM is now seeking a senior leader for the Technical Advisory Group, delivering owner-side services on major complex multi-disciplinary Alternative Delivery (P3, DB, PDB, IDP Alliance) transportation projects. This position is for a newly created position.

The role can be based in any major city in Canada.

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

• Overall project management and leadership in delivering major (multimillion or billion dollar) transportation projects.
• Defining project scope, developing project plans, developing project schedules and developing and tracking fee estimates and project baselines and budgets.
• Tracking project progress of deliverables, milestones and other commitments to clients.
• Determining and taking corrective actions on contractual, technical and commercial issues.
• Building, organizing and motivating project teams and managing daily activities and resources.
• Identifying services to be provided by external companies and negotiating agreements.
• Chairing internal and external or client meetings representing AECOM.
• Ensuring client satisfaction and overseeing quality review process for submittals.
• Analyzing and managing project risk.
• Managing reports and necessary documentation.
• Developing policies and procedures to support the achievement of project objectives.
• Business development / developing opportunity leads, and actively leading the positioning for and preparation of proposals to win new work.
• Non-project management project, or non-core, work could include some or all of design reviews, scheduling, report writing, presenting.
• Direct leadership responsibility for a large multi-disciplinary team of project managers, engineers, project control specialists, and other staff.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Information

Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $146,000 to $260,000.

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. 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.

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