Associate Vice President, Design & Program Manager – Government Programs

AECOM

. Lead complex infrastructure programs and major projects from planning through implementation and closeout .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • North Charleston • South Carolina • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $200,000 - $225,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in leading complex infrastructure programs and managing multidisciplinary teams, with a strong focus on project management, stakeholder engagement, and strategic business development. Holds a Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and possesses a Professional Engineer (PE) license, emphasizing a commitment to quality and safety in project delivery.

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Project ManagementProgram ManagementStakeholder EngagementLeadershipCivil Engineering

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Hard Skills

Infrastructure DeliveryDesign ManagementCapital Improvement ProgramsQuality ManagementBudget ManagementSchedule ManagementRisk ManagementResource ForecastingContract AdministrationProposal Development

Soft Skills

CommunicationCollaborationMentoringClient Relationship ManagementDynamic Prioritization

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Industry Keywords

Public-Sector ClientsTransportation ProjectsUtility ProjectsEnvironmental ProjectsAviation ProjectsConstruction ManagementEngineering LeadershipProject ControlsCommunity StakeholdersSafety Culture

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead complex infrastructure programs and major projects from planning through implementation and closeout
Provide executive oversight for scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk, and overall project performance
Manage and mentor multidisciplinary teams of project managers, engineers, planners, environmental professionals, architects, and construction specialists
Serve as a senior client leader and trusted advisor for key public-sector and government clients
Direct design management activities and coordinate technical disciplines throughout project development
Establish program delivery strategies, governance processes, staffing plans, and resource forecasts
Lead stakeholder engagement with agency leadership, regulatory officials, project partners, and community stakeholders
Oversee contract administration, project controls, procurement support, and quality management activities
Support strategic business development, capture planning, proposal development, and client account growth
Drive a culture of safety, collaboration, innovation, inclusion, and technical excellence

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Planning, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline
15+ years of experience in project management, program management, design management, engineering leadership, or infrastructure delivery
Demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary teams on complex infrastructure projects and programs
Experience managing project scope, schedules, budgets, quality objectives, and project resources
Experience supporting government, municipal, transportation, utility, aviation, port, industrial, or public-sector clients
Outstanding communication, leadership, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and teams in a dynamic project environment
Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
20+ years of infrastructure, engineering, program management, or capital project delivery experience preferred
Experience managing Capital Improvement Programs (CIP) and multi-project portfolios preferred
Experience serving as a Program Manager, Deputy Program Manager, Design Manager, Senior Project Manager, Project Director, Client Account Manager, or Operations Leader preferred
Experience delivering transportation, utility, waterfront, environmental, energy, aviation, site development, or civil infrastructure projects preferred
Demonstrated success developing strategic client relationships and supporting business growth initiatives preferred
Sponsorship assistance is not available now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Life, AD&D, and disability benefits
Paid time off
Leaves of absences
Voluntary benefits and perks
Flexible work options
Well-being resources
Employee assistance program
Business travel insurance
Service recognition awards
Retirement savings plan
Employee stock purchase plan
Relocation assistance is not available
In-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location