Programme Management Office lead (Infrastructure Construction)

Description

In response to strong client demand and a robust infrastructure pipeline, AECOM’s programme management advisory and delivery teams are expanding across all grades. The roles support the full programme lifecycle—from definition, delivery model and organisational design, through readiness, maturity assessments, PMO design, leadership and implementation. Individuals will work independently or with a Director to shape, develop, initiate and deliver client investment and business‑change programmes.

Successful candidates will lead their teams toward strategic capability, growth and commercial targets, and deliver complex, multidisciplinary programme advisory commissions. They will ensure quality, commercial and risk standards are met, embed health, safety and environmental requirements, and build strong client and cross‑functional relationships. Business development, proposal leadership, talent development and knowledge sharing are also core expectations.

• Lead team to achieve strategic capability, growth, and commercial targets.
• Deliver complex programme advisory or delivery commissions with multidisciplinary teams.
• Ensure commissions meet quality standards and commercial expectations.
• Apply robust risk identification, evaluation, and mitigation across all work.
• Implement AECOM health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Build and maintain strong client and cross‑functional relationships.
• Identify and pursue business development and cross‑selling opportunities.
• Lead proposal development throughout the bid process.
• Engage, develop, and support direct reports in their career journeys.
• Share knowledge, best practices, and promote the team internally and externally.

Requirements

We are looking for professionals with sector expertise in public and private infrastructure (aviation, energy, rail, defence, water and related areas) and a proven record of managing large, multi‑disciplinary programmes and PMOs. Core competencies include leadership, strategic thinking, stakeholder engagement, commercial acumen and problem‑solving, complemented by consulting experience, senior client relationship skills and a track record of winning new business. Required qualifications include a relevant degree, eligibility for BPSS/SC clearance, NEC training, and preferably APM/ChPP or Managing Successful Programmes accreditation, plus proficiency with PMO tools such as MS Office, Power BI, Aconex and Primavera P6.

• Sector expertise in public and private infrastructure (aviation, energy, rail, defence, water, etc.).
• Proven ability to manage and lead large, multi‑disciplinary programmes and PMOs.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, stakeholder engagement, commercial acumen, and problem‑solving skills.
• Consulting background with experience on major commissions (preferred).
• Senior‑level client relationship building and new business identification.
• Track record of winning and retaining clients, cross‑selling services, and aligning delivery with commercial standards.
• Experience managing and developing consultancy teams, mentoring junior staff.
• Expertise in PMO governance, programme controls, cost, schedule, risk, and change management.
• Proficiency with MS Office, Power BI, Aconex, Primavera P6 and related project controls tools.
• Ability to develop baselines, monitor performance, and oversee structured governance and reporting.
• Experience in risk analysis, issue management, and mitigation planning.
• Strong professional network and willingness to represent AECOM at industry forums.
• Eligibility for BPSS/SC security clearance.
• Degree in project/programme management, engineering, construction, or related field.
• NEC qualification (or willingness to upskill) and APM/ChPP accreditation (or intent).

Benefits

AECOM offers a hybrid work model that enables flexibility between office, remote and client sites, along with comprehensive compensation, benefits and wellbeing programmes. Our inclusive culture promotes equity, diversity, inclusion and ESG priorities, and we support disability‑confident applicants through a dedicated interview scheme. Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube for updates on our projects and employee stories; the role is based in London’s Aldgate Tower.

• Hybrid work model offering flexibility across office, remote, or client sites.
• Comprehensive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programmes.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance