On-Site Program Controls Leader - Infra Projects

AECO; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Program Controls Manager to oversee controls for medium-sized programs or defined control elements within larger programs. The role emphasizes coordination across projects, risk mitigation, and close collaboration with project managers and senior leadership.

The ideal candidate holds a BA/BS in Project Management, Engineering, or Business with extensive related experience and may have a Masters.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Project Management, Engineering, or Business with 8 years of related experience.
• Masters degree preferred.
• 12 years of related experience preferred.
• Experience with large transportation, water, and aviation infrastructure.
• Experience in integration of controls - scope, cost, schedule, risk reporting.
• Experience in PowerBI report tailoring for program specific needs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee program controls activities for medium-sized programs or defined elements of larger programs.
• Coordinate across multiple projects to align with overall program objectives.
• Identify interdependencies and mitigate risks to maintain program integrity.
• Collaborate with project managers to optimize resource allocation and utilization.
• Maintain relationships with senior leadership to define program objectives with precision.
• Provide guidance to the project controls teams and monitor risk mitigation effectiveness.
• Communicate clearly with project teams and stakeholders to sustain program cohesion.
• Deliver regular progress updates on program status to senior leadership.

Skills

8+ years experience

Program controls management

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Resource coordination

Education

BA/BS in Project Management, Engineering, or Business

Masters degree (preferred)

Tools

PowerBI

Project controls software

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Program Controls Manager to oversee controls for medium-sized programs or defined control elements within larger programs. The role emphasizes coordination across projects, risk mitigation, and close collaboration with project managers and senior leadership.

The ideal candidate holds a BA/BS in Project Management, Engineering, or Business with extensive related experience and may have a Masters.