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Delivery Excellence Director, Water

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AECOM

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Engineering
  • Cork
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need strong leadership in water/energy project management, strategic thinking, team development, analytical skills, and expertise in stakeholder engagement and risk management.
  • You will mentor teams, ensure skilled project management, enhance client satisfaction, drive project consistency, manage risks, and improve performance through data insights and best practices.

Requirements

  • Proven leadership in project and framework management within the water or energy sectors.
  • Strong strategic thinking, operational insight, networking and client relationship skills.
  • Expertise in coaching, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams.
  • Strong analytical skills along with experience in developing and implementing strategies.
  • Solid understanding of project controls, risk management, and financial performance metrics.
  • Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement, and change management abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Establish, develop, and mentor Project Director/Approver (PD/PA), Project Management (PM), and Framework Management (FW) communities.
  • Define and implement our approach to project management, including setting out clear roles and responsibilities for project and framework team members.
  • Ensure and assign PMs to projects that are appropriately experienced and qualified for the complexity of the project being delivered.
  • Ensure teams are skilled, resourced appropriately, and supported with coaching, mentoring, and training.
  • Foster professional development through internal training programs and external certifications like PMP.
  • Drive consistency in project set up, sign off (Go / No Go) and delivery through best practice sharing and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Active engagement with our clients to ensure we are delivering projects that meet or exceed their expectations.
  • Cultivate a client-centric culture, promoting client satisfaction and continuous feedback via Net Promoter Scores and direct client interactions.
  • Support business growth through strong client relationships, successful project delivery, and active involvement in major bids.
  • Champion lessons learned from client feedback to enhance service delivery and improve consistency of our project delivery.
  • Lead monthly project and portfolio clinics / project reviews to proactively identify and resolve issues, such as resourcing, managing change, mitigating risks etc.
  • Implement predictive analysis and data-driven insights to improve project performance.
  • Drive robust risk management, scope control, and financial performance monitoring, including Earned Value Management (EVM) where appropriate and ensuring that we are meeting business project update cycle dates and accuracy.
  • Ensure projects and frameworks are effectively set up, operated, and aligned with strategic goals.
  • Maintain strong client satisfaction scores and positive feedback.
  • Deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards with minimal write-downs.
  • Support growth targets across frameworks and improve project margin trends.

FAQs

What is the role of the Delivery Excellence Director, Water at AECOM?

The Delivery Excellence Director leads and inspires project and framework delivery teams within the Water UK&I division, focusing on technical excellence, strategic growth, and operational performance.

What kind of leadership experience is required for this position?

Proven leadership in project and framework management within the water or energy sectors is required.

How does AECOM support employee development?

AECOM fosters professional development through internal training programs, external certifications like PMP, and mentorship opportunities.

What are some key responsibilities of the Delivery Excellence Director?

Responsibilities include leading project management communities, engaging with clients to ensure satisfaction, implementing project and framework excellence, and measuring performance.

What qualifications are necessary for this role?

Candidates should have strong strategic thinking, operational insight, expertise in coaching and mentoring teams, and a solid understanding of project controls and risk management.

How does AECOM emphasize client engagement?

AECOM promotes a client-centric culture by actively engaging clients, cultivating strong relationships, and utilizing client feedback to enhance service delivery.

What are the benefits offered to employees at AECOM?

AECOM offers a range of core and personalized benefits, including career development opportunities, a flexible hybrid working model, volunteering days, and access to technical practice networks.

Is AECOM committed to diversity and inclusion in its hiring process?

Yes, AECOM celebrates diversity, including neurodiversity, and encourages applications from all backgrounds and abilities.

What performance metrics are maintained for the Delivery Excellence Director?

Metrics include client satisfaction scores, on-time project delivery, adherence to budget, and improvement in project margin trends.

How can interested applicants learn more about the role or company?

Interested applicants can follow AECOM on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube for updates or reach out to the recruiter, Jay Hewitt, on LinkedIn.

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AECOM

We are the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm.

Engineering & Construction
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1990
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022

Culture & Values

  • Safeguard

    We operate ethically and with integrity, while prioritizing safety and security in all that we do.

  • Innovate

    We think without limits and embrace new ideas, shaping digital solutions to help clients address current and future challenges.

  • Collaborate

    We connect unrivaled expertise from around the world to anticipate and solve our clients’ most pressing challenges.

  • Deliver

    We grow our business through relentless client focus, operational excellence and exceptional project execution.

  • Sustain

    We take action to make a positive impact on the planet, enrich the communities we touch and build legacies for future generations.

  • Thrive

    We build diverse teams, create an inclusive workplace and provide opportunities where each one of our people can reach their full potential.

Benefits

  • Bi-annual salary review while on the GDP

  • 25 days annual leave, plus all public holidays, and the opportunity to buy and sell holiday

  • Private medical insurance

  • Life assurance, income protection (permanent staff only)

  • Flexible benefits such as childcare vouchers and gym membership discount

  • Pension scheme that also gives you access to MyMoneyWorks, which is designed to help you plan for your future goals and provide guidance and information on a range of financial product

  • 15 days paid leave per annum for formally signed up reservists (AECOM is recognised as a Gold Employer by the Ministry of Defence for our work with the Armed Forces Covenant)