2019-09-07
AECOM (www.aecom.com)
Other
/yr
full-time
employee
San Francisco
California
United States
United States of America - California, Los Angeles
Job Summary
The Chief Operating Officer - West Region will build the organizational capabilities needed to deliver business results and sustain high performance within the region. This role will provide hands-on dynamic leadership to the organization and focus on executing the company vision.
As a proven change agent, this role will build on AECOM’s impressive track record and make the organization even more effective. This role will guide implementation of projects/services, ensure client satisfaction, contribute to growth opportunities, and provide leadership on operational excellence and management.
The Chief Operating Officer - West Region is a leader who motivates and inspires employees at all levels, creating a truly team-oriented culture. This is also an opportunity to build organizational capabilities through strong performance management, mentoring and development, effective strategic recruiting, and talent management.
Expectations, responsibilities, and skills required of this role:
Collaborate to set growth strategy and build a culture of common purpose and shared values
Set operational goals and metrics (KPIs) to meet or exceed performance expectations
Ensure that operational activities are executed within allotted budget and timelines
Validate budget allocation and expense management for all business operational activities
Provide excellent client service in order to build and maintain strong relationships
Ensure client issues/complaints are handled and resolved accurately and quickly
Develop and implement plans to improve operational effectiveness and efficiency
Oversee, direct, and organize the work of the operations teams
Provide guidance to staff in resolving operational issues, updates, ideas and problems
Promote a culture of high-performance that values learning and a commitment to quality
Ensure staff members receive timely and appropriate training and development
Mentor and develop staff using a supportive and collaborative approach
Assign accountabilities, set objectives, establish priorities, and evaluate results
Conduct annual performance reviews and administer salary adjustments
Conduct regular operational reviews and audits ensuring highest quality care delivery
Upgrade and implement a system of policies, internal controls, standards, and procedures
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree
Fifteen or more years of experience in operational leadership
Proven track record of leadership in progressive assignments and operational management ability
Broad range of knowledge and experience in all areas of operations and project delivery
Strong negotiations skills and a solid understanding of contracting, risk and claims management
Preferred Qualifications
Operational leadership experience within the EPC / AEC industry highly preferred
MBA
What We Offer
When you join AECOM, you become part of a company that is
pioneering the future . Our teams around the world are involved in some of the most cutting-edge and innovative projects and programs of our time, addressing the big challenges of today and shaping the built environment for generations to come. We ensure a workplace that encourages growth, flexibility and creativity, as well as a company culture that champions
inclusion, diversity and overall
employee well-being through programs supported by company leadership. Our
core values define who we are, how we act and what we aspire to, which comes down to not only
delivering a better world , but working to “make amazing happen” in each neighborhood, community and city we touch. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
Job Category Cost Management and Consulting Services
Business Line Geography OH
Business Group Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS)
Country United States of America
Position Status Full-Time
Requisition/Vacancy No. 224638BR
Additional Locations US - Greenwood Village, CO - 6200 South Quebec Street, US - San Francisco, CA - 300 California Street, US - Seattle, WA - 1111 3rd Avenue
Clearance Required No
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.