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Job Description
AECOM has excellent career opportunities for a creative, highly talented and experienced Chief of Party (COP) for a U.S. Department of State-funded global infrastructure and investment activity. The project will provide infrastructure project design and delivery support as well as transaction advisory services for transportation, energy, digital and other infrastructure investments in strategic economic corridors.
The COP will be responsible for overall project leadership, management, and technical direction of the activity. The COP will guide day-to-day management and implementation to ensure timely, relevant, high-quality services of the contract.
This position will report to AECOM’s East Region-Water Business Line out of Chelmsford, MA, US and can be remote for qualified candidates in the Continental United States.
Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
- Supervise a multi-disciplinary team and provide leadership, technical direction, and deliver oversight to achieve project objectives and meet all contractual requirements.
- Manage overall technical teams in the development of technical deliverables related to infrastructure development to bring bankable projects to financial close.
- Ensure that management and operational systems are established and maintained, and adequate resources are available to meet requirements for cost, schedule and quality requirements.
- Effectively represent AECOM through communication and reporting to the U.S. Department of State technical and contract personnel.
- Identify issues and risks related to project implementation, provide mitigation strategies, and monitor through resolution.
- Monitor project financials to ensure compliance with AECOM requirements
- Ensure establishment of quality control processes in a consistent and transparent manner for all work activities and functions.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, economics, project finance, international development, business administration, or related field plus ten years of relevant professional experience in infrastructure transaction advisory services and/or engineering planning and design including two years of leadership.
- U.S. Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.
Preferred Qualifications
- Minimum of ten (10) years of project management experience for projects of similar complexity, scope and budget, including concurrently overseeing multiple engineering and/or infrastructure projects overseas.
- Minimum of ten (10) years of experience of successful management and leadership of engineering or infrastructure transaction advisory projects including positions of significant responsibility for staffing and budgeting.
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience working in international development and federal contracting
- Strong communication, presentation and coordination capabilities to help convey activity progress to technical and non-technical stakeholders alike
- Master's degree in related fields.
- Experience in the management of USG-funded programs and knowledge of USG contracting procedures and protocols.
Additional Information
- Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
- Relocation is not available for this position.
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.
