Job Description
Join AECOM as a visionary leader in our Environment & Energy (EE) Business and shape the future of sustainable energy across the EURI region. As the Managing Director for EE, you will drive growth and innovation to address decarbonisation, energy security, and resilience challenges, delivering solutions that support a carbon‑and‑nature‑positive future.
You will champion a culture of high performance, innovation, and inclusion—fostering talent development, technical excellence, and strong client relationships. This role also involves aligning regional strategy with global priorities and driving sustainable, long‑term growth. Reporting to the CEO and a dotted line to the Executive VP, Global Business Line Chief Executive, Environment & Energy, you will orchestrate communication, set and implement business strategies, and ensure sustained and profitable growth aligned with the strategic plan.
About You
You are a dynamic, strategic leader with a strong track record in the Environment & Energy sector. You bring deep market knowledge, commercial acumen, and experience in driving business growth and leading large, diverse teams, supported by a strong technical background in environmental or engineering disciplines.
Key Responsibilities
* Report directly to the CEO and collaborate with fellow RBLLs, Managing Director of Strategy and Growth, Global Technical Teams, and wider regional leadership.
* Develop and implement a growth plan aligned to the regional and global EE business.
* Ensure full accountability for the P&L performance of EE versus the financial plan and outlook – key performance metrics including NSR Book to Burn, NSR, Gross Margin %, Cost Utilisation %, EBITA %, FTEs, employee attrition, and DSO.
* Drive a culture where AECOM is recognised as a great place to work, by upholding AECOM’s values, championing equity, diversity, & inclusion, and promoting employee engagement and continuous development.
* Initiate and lead recruitment of strategic and/or senior hires, with succession plans for critical roles within EE.
* Ensure successful management of projects/programs within EE from prepositioning and proposal development to completion, including periodic project reviews.
* Implement change programs to increase efficiency, profitability, and quality of operations within the EE business.
* Maintain and secure new business opportunities to drive growth while ensuring client satisfaction as measured through Net Promoter Score feedback.
* Support the development and implementation of innovative and digital solutions to enhance business performance and service delivery.
* Collaborate with other business units across AECOM globally to deliver multi‑disciplinary projects and programs, showcasing our DNA for work winning.
* Lead by example by visibly driving SH&E culture, ensuring effective implementation of AECOM SH&E policies and procedures, and achieving the SH&E core value metrics for EE.
Qualifications
* 15+ years’ senior operational leadership experience within a multinational, matrixed Environment or Energy consultancy.
* Proven P&L accountability with strong financial and budget management expertise.
* Demonstrated success in managing financial performance across engineering and consulting contracts.
* Strong track record of driving business growth through strategic business development.
* Proven success in securing and winning major bids and opportunities.
* Extensive experience delivering large‑scale, complex infrastructure or energy projects.
* Established ability to lead senior leadership teams and multi‑disciplinary project teams.
* Deep understanding of infrastructure, energy, and environmental markets, including key social, political, and economic drivers across Europe.
* Positive, growth‑oriented leadership style with a strong focus on coaching and developing talent.
* Recognised industry thought leader, with active participation in conferences, seminars, and professional forums.
* Experience leading and implementing transformation and change programmes to enhance performance, profitability, and quality.
* Strong client engagement skills, with a consistent track record of building relationships, securing new work, and maintaining long‑term partnerships.
* Commitment to health, safety, and quality, with proven delivery of successful initiatives.
* Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop diverse teams, fostering a culture of engagement and continuous improvement.
* Experience driving successful client growth and engagement strategies.
* Flexible, proactive, and adaptable approach to leadership and delivery.
Preferred Qualifications
* Membership of a recognised professional body relative to our core markets.
* Bachelor’s or master’s degree, with 15+ years of experience, including a minimum of 6 years in leadership roles.
Inclusive Leadership
* Demonstrate dedication to driving our inclusion strategy by fostering a culture of respect within your team.
* Build a diverse and inclusive workforce, recruiting and retaining the best talent while nurturing the next generation of leaders.
* Lead with empathy, respect, and understanding, actively seeking diverse perspectives.
* Encourage a work environment where employees can grow, innovate, collaborate and be their authentic selves.
* Uphold AECOM’s values and promote engagement and continuous development among staff within the region.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long‑term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address ReasonableAccommodations@aecom.com if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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