Jobs in St Albans, United Kingdom

About the role

Start here. Grow here. AECOM is seeking a strategic, client-focused and commercially driven Aviation Client & Programme Director to lead the growth of our Aviation business across the UK & Ireland. Reporting to the Sector Director and working closely with our global Transportation leadership, this is a market-facing leadership role responsible for shaping and delivering the Aviation growth strategy, securing major opportunities, and developing long-term strategic client relationships. You will lead the pursuit and conversion of major programmes while ensuring successful delivery that strengthens client confidence, creates repeat business and enhances AECOM's reputation as a trusted aviation partner. Success in this role will be measured by your ability to win strategic opportunities, grow key client accounts, build a sustainable pipeline, and lead the successful delivery of flagship aviation programmes.

What you'll bring

• Proven success leading the pursuit, capture and conversion of major infrastructure opportunities, with a strong track record of winning strategic programmes.
• Established relationships within the aviation sector and credibility with airport operators, infrastructure owners, contractors and delivery partners.
• Demonstrated experience developing client strategies, growing key accounts and securing repeat business.
• Extensive experience leading the delivery of complex, multidisciplinary infrastructure programmes.
• Strong commercial acumen, with experience managing business performance, profitability and growth.
• Experience operating within a global organisation, leveraging international capability to deliver client value.
• Inspirational leadership with a passion for building high-performing teams and developing future capability.
• A visible advocate for safety, sustainability, innovation and client excellence.
• You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options.