Chesterfield, United Kingdom Hybrid Employment

AECOM is hiring an Associate Director - Highways

About the Role

Lead a team of professionals in delivering innovative and sustainable highway solutions, from initial concept through to completion, while managing project budgets and timelines.

Responsibilities

  • Direct and manage highway infrastructure projects, ensuring they meet client needs and regulatory standards.
  • Oversee the planning, design, and construction phases of projects, ensuring quality and safety standards are maintained.
  • Manage project budgets and timelines, ensuring cost-effective and timely delivery of projects.
  • Lead and mentor a team of engineers and technicians, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.
  • Prepare and present technical reports, proposals, and presentations to clients and stakeholders.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and best practices in highway infrastructure.
  • Conduct site inspections and assessments to ensure project quality and safety.
  • Manage project risks and issues, developing and implementing mitigation strategies as needed.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate highway projects with other infrastructure systems.
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends and innovations, incorporating them into project designs and delivery methods.
  • Manage project documentation, including drawings, specifications, and contracts.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to junior team members, helping them develop their skills and knowledge.
  • Conduct feasibility studies and environmental impact assessments for highway projects.
  • Develop and implement quality assurance and control processes for highway projects.
  • Manage project procurement processes, including the selection and management of subcontractors and suppliers.
  • Conduct post-project reviews and evaluations, identifying lessons learned and areas for improvement.
  • Develop and implement sustainability strategies for highway projects, minimizing environmental impact.
  • Manage project communications, ensuring effective and timely information flow to all stakeholders.
  • Conduct traffic impact assessments and develop traffic management plans for highway projects.
  • Develop and implement health and safety plans for highway projects, ensuring compliance with regulations.
  • Manage project closeout processes, including final inspections, documentation, and handover to clients.
  • Conduct public consultations and community engagement activities for highway projects.
  • Develop and implement project management plans, including scope, schedule, and budget.
  • Manage project change control processes, ensuring changes are documented and approved.
  • Conduct value engineering studies to optimize project costs and benefits.

Nice to Have

  • Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related field.
  • Professional certification in project management, such as PMP or Prince2.
  • Experience in using project management software, such as Microsoft Project or Primavera.
  • Experience in using computer-aided design (CAD) software, such as AutoCAD or MicroStation.
  • Experience in using traffic simulation software, such as VISSIM or SIMULATION.
  • Experience in using environmental impact assessment software, such as EIMS or EIAPro.
  • Experience in using sustainability assessment software, such as GaBi or SimaPro.
  • Experience in using health and safety management software, such as HSEPro or SafetyNet.
  • Experience in using quality management software, such as ISO 9001 or QMSPro.
  • Experience in using value engineering software, such as VEPro or ValueEngine.

Compensation

Competitive salary and benefits package

Work Arrangement

Full-time, on-site

Team

Work within a collaborative team of engineers, technicians, and project managers, with opportunities for professional development and advancement.

What You Can Expect

  • A dynamic and challenging role in a leading infrastructure company.
  • Opportunities to work on high-profile highway projects, with a focus on innovation and sustainability.
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment, with a focus on teamwork and professional development.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package, with opportunities for career advancement.
  • A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a focus on creating a welcoming and inclusive work environment.

About the Team

  • The highways team is responsible for delivering innovative and sustainable highway solutions, from initial concept through to completion.
  • The team works collaboratively with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies to ensure project success.
  • The team is committed to delivering high-quality projects that meet client needs and regulatory standards.
  • The team is made up of experienced professionals, with a focus on mentoring and developing junior team members.
  • The team is committed to continuous improvement, with a focus on learning and development.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

  • We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment, where everyone feels valued and respected.
  • We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to our success, and we are committed to promoting these values in all aspects of our work.
  • We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees, regardless of their background or identity.
  • We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, where everyone feels safe and supported.
  • We are committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our recruitment, retention, and advancement practices.

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AECOM
AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering solutions in water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings. The company partners with public- and private-sector clients to solve complex challenges and build legacies through advisory, planning, design, engineering, and construction management. A Fortune 500 firm with $16.1 billion revenue in fiscal year 2025.
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Job Details
Department Transportation
Category management
Posted 20 days ago