Country Manager - Chile

AECOM; Santiago; Hybrid; CLP 177,515,000 - 256,410,000; Full time

Job summary

ACECOM Chile seeks a Country Manager to lead rapid expansion across Chile and Latin America, building a world-class team and expanding our capabilities in architecture, engineering, environmental and advisory services for private clients and government programs.

You will drive strategy development, oversee operations, and develop local leadership while leveraging AECOM’s global Centers of Excellence to deliver high-impact programs in Chile.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Environment, Economics, Social and related profession, and business and management, or related advanced degree.
• 12+ years of experience with at least 4 years of executive and managerial level and a demonstrated track record of successfully managing annual revenues exceeding USD $30 million and EBITDA and margin performance of 8%+ of gross revenues.
• Proven experience managing projects or programs following Program Management Institute methodologies or similar.
• Bilingual Proficiency: Fluent in both spoken and written English and Spanish, facilitating effective communication and collaboration in multi-lingual and diverse cultural environments.
• Comprehensive Service Expertise: Extensive experience in marketing and project delivery of environmental and social services, engineering, design, architecture, and/or construction services, particularly in the dynamic context of Chile.
• Strategic Business Development: Established a successful history of leading and supporting business development efforts, resulting in the cultivation of enduring, strategic business relationships that translate into substantial revenue growth.
• Exemplary Leadership: Proven capabilities in people management and leadership by example, underpinned by strong communications skills and a high degree of cultural awareness, effective team collaboration and personal and collective performance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the AECOM strategy in Chile by expanding client base and capabilities.
• Lead the growth of our architecture, design, engineering, environmental and advisory services across Chile.
• Oversee local operations to ensure compliance and alignment with core values.
• Manage to a strategy with oversight of operations and allocation of resources.
• Foster a client-centric approach and build long-lasting relationships.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic planning

People management

Business development

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

• Business Group: DCS
• Legal Entity: URS Chile S A
• Business Line: Water
• Work Location Model: Hybrid

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

Join AECOM, the world’s premier design, engineering, environmental, and consulting firm, as the Chile Country Manager and take the lead in our ambitious expansion efforts in the country and Latin America. This pivotal role offers a remarkable opportunity for a proven leader to drive the rapid growth of our architecture, design, engineering, environmental, social, program management and advisory services, serving our global and local private clients and key government programs in Chile across a wide array of industries.

As the Country Manager, you will be the driving force developing a world class team of talented professionals and expand AECOM's footprint in Chile through some of the most iconic and impactful projects in the country. Your mission is to contribute and implement the AECOM strategy in Chile by expanding our client base, develop the capabilities of our teams and operations in Chile and leverage our global expertise housed in AECOM's Centers of Excellence to deliver programs and projects in Chile that make a difference in the life of our communities in the country.

Your responsibilities will encompass the development of business opportunities and overseeing our investment decisions to grow our top line revenue and EBITDA, manage risks and keep the teams focus to those programs and projects where AECOM can make a meaningful contribution, and the meticulous oversight of our local operations to ensure compliance and alignment with our core values. This role offers a unique opportunity to leave an indelible mark on AECOM's continued success in Chile, a dynamic market ripe for growth and innovation. If you're ready to lead this exciting journey, we welcome your expertise and leadership to drive our vision to new heights.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

Manage to a strategy:

• Contribute to developing the AECOM strategy to build our capabilities in Chile to deliver complex design, engineering, environmental, social, and program management and advisory services to our clients.
• Manage the implementation of our strategy through the regular oversight of our operations and business line, and engineering teams to ensure focus and adequate allocation of resources.
• Manage a Client-Centric Approach that prioritizes the delivery of the highest level of service to clients, fostering trust and long-lasting relationships, and ensuring client satisfaction.

Stakeholder Relations

• Conduct regular business reviews and maintain meaningful connections with key stakeholders, building value-based relationships.

Market Focus:

• Exercise local market understanding and knowledge of the local market, including in-depth awareness of industry trends, competitors, and potential opportunities and challenges to lead the business.
• Through deep understanding of AECOM global capabilities and cutting-edge technologies and services, position the company as a market leader with potential clients and the market overall.

Talent Management:

• Develop a culture of merit, responsibility, excellence, and team work to create an environment that attracts the best talent available in Chile.
• Lead our employee retention initiatives and professional and personal development programs to nurture our talent capabilities.
• Promote our gender and inclusion programs and objectives and promote and environment free of discrimination and biases.

Leadership:

• Ethical Excellence: Lead by example with the highest ethical standards, ensuring a work environment free of conflicts of interest, anticompetitive practices and antibribery and anticorruption.
• Safety Advocacy: Champion safety initiatives, fostering a culture of safety and compliance throughout the organization.
• Develop a results-driven, excellence and responsibility culture through active engagement and performance monitoring, adherence to Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and personal and collective learning to improve performance.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Environment, Economics, Social and related profession, and business and management, or related advanced degree.
• 12+ years of experience with at least 4 years of experience in executive and managerial level and a demonstrated track record of successfully managing annual revenues exceeding USD $30 million and EBITDA and margin performance of 8%+ of gross revenues.
• Proven experience managing projects or programs following Program Management Institute methodologies or similar.
• Bilingual Proficiency: Fluent in both spoken and written English and Spanish, facilitating effective communication and collaboration in multi-lingual and diverse cultural environments.
• Comprehensive Service Expertise: Extensive experience in marketing and project delivery of environmental and social services, engineering, design, architecture, and/or construction services, particularly in the dynamic context of Chile.
• Strategic Business Development: Established a successful history of leading and supporting business development efforts, resulting in the cultivation of enduring, strategic business relationships that translate into substantial revenue growth.
• Exemplary Leadership: Proven capabilities in people management and leadership by example, underpinned by strong communications skills and a high degree of cultural awareness, effective team collaboration and personal and collective performance.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and grow business units, attaining notable achievements in expanding operations, revenues, cost control and profitability.
• A demonstrated ability of proficient business development and management of strategic growth initiatives that are fully aligned with the corporate strategies, and overall success and sustainability of the organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Business Administration, Economics preferred
• Project Management Certification
• 15+ years of experience with at least 12 years of experience in a managerial level of Design, Engineering and/or Construction firm experience in infrastructure, environmental and social development, or other fields akin to AECOM’s line of work

Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options,well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.