Project Director

This Project Director role is focused on while not hands-on in build, you will provide solution direction, assurance, and executive-level interpretation of insights. It would suit someone who can bring warm, steady communication with children and families to the role.

Where ownership sits

Develop high-performing, multidisciplinary teams. Foster a consultancy mindset, ensuring teams deliver value beyond core scope.

What the role carries

While not hands-on in build, you will provide solution direction, assurance, and executive-level interpretation of insights. Act as a trusted advisor to Programme Directors, Sponsors and senior client stakeholders. Provide strategic direction on controls analytics, PMO performance, and data-driven decision-making.

What the role depends on

• Degree in Engineering, Project Management, Finance, Data/Analytics or related discipline.
• Typically 15+ years’ experience across project/programme controls, PMO leadership, and/or consultancy.
• Proven experience operating at senior leadership level within complex programmes or consultancy environments.

Practical details

• Develop and articulate compelling Controls Analytics propositions aligned to market needs.
• Drive organic growth opportunities within existing client engagements.
• Build strong external relationships to enhance AECOM’s market presence.
• Work model: Remote.