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Project director - industrial advisory (defence sector lead)

West Town
Aecom
Project director
Posted: 27 October
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Overview

We are currently recruiting for an experienced professional to lead and grow Advisory work in the defence sector reporting to the head of Industrial Advisory supporting our Advisory offering. As the successful candidate, you will be responsible for ensuring the technical and commercial success of projects delivered. Start here. Grow here To support development of a top performing Industrial manufacturing process capability within Industrial Advisory, that wins and delivers high value consultancy projects within Defence and Ports & Marine sectors integrating Lean thinking across all the work that we deliver. Lead the defence business growth in by growing internal AECOM networks along with external contacts to identify and win opportunities. Growing the defence team in the UK and globally whilst supporting the growth of the team in other sectors. Support the growth of Industrial Advisory across the UK and globally within AECOM to grow the team size and revenue generated.


Responsibilities

* Lead the business growth of Industrial Advisory in the defence sector
* Support strategic growth objectives of Advisory Services and Industrial Advisory
* Develop a strategic growth plan for defence and then deliver on this plan
* Support development of the value propositions for Industrial Advisory capabilities applied into defence environments but most significantly providing Manufacturing/Mechanical or digital inputs to propositions.
* Support the development of innovative thought leadership that sets AECOM apart from its competitors.
* Support the development of best practice methods and standards for manufacturing process improvements to apply throughout Advisory Services and into the wider AECOM organisation.
* Develop a network throughout AECOM to promote Advisory into projects and with their clients.
* Develop client relationships through project delivery and in support of business development.
* Support the development of solutions to business/client challenges developed from a foundation of understanding or analysis of business practices and goals.
* Collaborate with members of the Advisory Services teams to formulate strategy and develop exciting offerings that maximise the potential of the wider AECOM team.
* Ensure projects delivered under your management are executed to quality, cost and time.

AECOM is a global network of experts working with clients, communities and colleagues to develop and implement innovative solutions to the world's most complex challenges. From design and engineering to construction and management, AECOM's technical knowledge, local connections and broad market experience allow us to deliver specialised services across the entire project life cycle.


Our advisory team and capabilities

* Through the application of industrial expertise, our Advisory team acts as both a standalone business and supports AECOM projects in the UK&I region and also globally.
* Our manufacturing knowledge has translated automotive practices and thinking into the defence, construction and transportation industries.
* Our factory gained automation and control experience brings new perspectives to transport infrastructure projects such as the rail and aviation industries.
* Our Industrial Manufacturing Engineers using their knowledge and experience along with Lean and Six Sigma tools have further unlocked new thinking to make efficiencies for our clients in Defence, Aviation, Global Retail, Automotive and Construction.

If you're passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, AECOM welcomes you. Join our team, where we don't just construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives. Why not give our AECOM page on LinkedIn a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects we're working on and see firsthand the difference we're making in the industry!

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