Strategic Advisory Director - State & Local Gov

AECOM Corporation; Inwood (TX); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM Advisory is hiring a Director in the US West Region to lead business development, oversee delivery, and support practice development in a dynamic, hybrid environment. The role requires senior-level expertise in management consulting and client advisory services, with responsibility for delivering value to state and local government clients.

Dallas/Austin-based role, with collaboration across a global platform, emphasis on strategic finance, governance, and economic development initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (preferably in a STEM discipline) and at least 10 years of management consulting and/or related industry experience.
• MBA or Master’s degree in related fields is preferred.
• Fluency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Experience with ArcGIS, R, Python and financial/cashflow evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Drive business development and originate opportunities in the US West Region.
• Oversee engagement delivery and support practice development.
• Lead multiple delivery teams of 5–8 consultants and senior consultants across workstreams.
• Lead client interactions with delivery progress and insights for C‑suite executives.
• Manage proposal responses as Capture Manager, including pricing and risk reviews.
• Coach and mentor junior staff to develop consulting skills.

Skills

Management consulting

Leadership

Client service mindset

Verbal communication

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferably STEM)

Tools

ArcGIS

R

Python

Excel

Job description

AECOM Advisory is hiring a Director in the US West Region to lead business development, oversee delivery, and support practice development in a dynamic, hybrid environment. The role requires senior-level expertise in management consulting and client advisory services, with responsibility for delivering value to state and local government clients.

Dallas/Austin-based role, with collaboration across a global platform, emphasis on strategic finance, governance, and economic development initiatives.