Program Controls Director at AECOM — Los Angeles, CA

AECOM is seeking a Program Controls Director in Los Angeles, CA supporting our PgM team.

Program Controls is the application of Project Controls in a Program Management context. This includes the added complexity and interactions demanded from Programs such as Government legislation, Political obligations, Legacy creation, multi-partner KPIs, cross industry body creation and/or collaboration, finance partnering, contract incentivization and extensive stakeholder engagement.

The responsibilities of the Program Controls Director include the following:

• Manages and coordinates Program Controls for programs that are large to very large in size, are of high strategic value and/or have the highest level of execution complexity.
• Provides senior-level oversight for Program Controls activities, ensuring alignment with the strategic objectives set by senior leadership.
• Leads the coordination efforts across multiple projects within the program, ensuring seamless integration and alignment with overarching program objectives.
• Spearheads initiatives to streamline processes and enhance collaboration between project teams.
• Proactively identifies and addresses interdependencies between projects, employing advanced risk management strategies to mitigate potential issues.
• Leads conflict resolution efforts, utilizing a senior-level perspective to ensure optimal program performance.
• Supports the implementation of advanced resource allocation strategies, optimizing efficiency and productivity across the program.
• Facilitates and implements innovative strategies to surpass program goals and contribute to organizational success.
• Provides expert guidance and oversight to project controls teams, ensuring the effective management of individual project elements.
• Facilitates clear and concise communication between project teams, stakeholders, and senior leadership, providing insightful and actionable updates.

Minimum experience

• BA/BS +12 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency or experience and/or education.
• 4 years of leadership required.

Preferred Requirements:

• Extensive Experience with Healthcare, Transportation, Water Infrastructure programs
• Experience with integrating controls - scope, cost, risk, schedule, reporting
• Experience with PowerBI report tailoring for program specific needs
• Sponsorship may be available for this role.

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