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Program Controls East - Various Positions

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New York, NY, USA
Senior level
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New York, NY, USA
Senior level
Support program control functions for strategic projects, oversee scheduling, cost management, and document control processes, and develop executive-level reports.
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Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

As a Program Controls East team member, you will support program control functions for large projects of high strategic value and complexity across all of AECOM business lines in the East region.

You will provide authoritative oversight for program controls activities, ensuring strict alignment with the strategic objectives established by senior leadership. Your role will involve spearheading coordination efforts across multiple projects within the program, guaranteeing seamless integration and adherence to overarching program objectives. You will develop and execute advanced resource allocation strategies to maximize efficiency and productivity across the entire program.

We are adding the following roles to the group:

  • Scheduling Manager
  • Cost Manager
  • Document Control Manager
  • Program Control Manager

Key responsibilities include:

  • Establish and maintain comprehensive scheduling frameworks, monitoring project timelines, identifying critical path dependencies, and implementing corrective actions to ensure on-time delivery
  • Oversee cost management activities, including budget development, expenditure tracking, variance analysis, and financial forecasting to maintain fiscal accountability
  • Manage document control systems and processes, ensuring version control, accessibility, and compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements
  • Develop and deliver executive-level program reports and dashboards that communicate performance metrics, risks, and key performance indicators to stakeholders
  • Coordinate risk identification, assessment, and mitigation strategies across all program elements to minimize project exposure
  • Facilitate change management processes, evaluating scope modifications and their impact on schedule, cost, and resource allocation
  • Conduct data analysis and performance trending to support informed decision-making and continuous program improvement
  • Ensure compliance with AECOM standards, industry best practices, and contractual obligations across all program controls functions

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • BA/BS in Project Management, Engineering, or Business plus 10 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Masters degree in Project Management, Engineering, or Business
  • Strong experience with Project Management Information System (PMIS)
  • Experience with large transportation, water, and aviation infrastructure 
  • Experience in integration of controls - scope, cost, schedule, risk reporting
  • Experience in PowerBI report tailoring for program specific needs

Additional Information

  • Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
  • Relocation is not available for this position.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

 

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

AECOM New York, New York, USA Office

100 Park Ave, New York, NY, United States, 10017

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