Airport Programs Lead — Major Infrastructure Delivery

AECOM; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Sr Program Manager to lead major U.S. airport development and capital improvement programs from Las Vegas, NV.

You will provide strategic direction, oversight, and leadership across planning, design, and construction, coordinating with airport authorities, stakeholders, and AECOM leadership to ensure successful program execution. The role focuses on managing airside and landside projects, aligning with FAA standards and client objectives, and delivering high-visibility

Qualifications

• BA/BS and 12+ years of program or project management experience in aviation infrastructure.
• 4 years of leadership experience and ability to obtain airport badges/clearances.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full program lifecycle for large, multi-year aviation development programs.
• Provide executive-level leadership and strategic direction to technical teams.
• Establish governance frameworks, reporting structures, and performance metrics.
• Drive alignment between client goals, regulatory requirements, and project plans.
• Manage budgets, schedules, risk registers, change control, and cost forecasts.

Skills

Leadership

Executive communication

Stakeholder management

Program management

Education

BA/BS in related field

Master’s degree (Engineering/Planning/Business)

PMP certification

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Sr Program Manager to lead major U.S. airport development and capital improvement programs from Las Vegas, NV.

You will provide strategic direction, oversight, and leadership across planning, design, and construction, coordinating with airport authorities, stakeholders, and AECOM leadership to ensure successful program execution. The role focuses on managing airside and landside projects, aligning with FAA standards and client objectives, and delivering high-visibility