Sr. Project Manager (GBS/Shared Services) - Hybrid

AECOM

Glen Allen, VA

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SKILLS

Agile Programming Methodologies, Atlassian JIRA, Budget Management, Budgeting, Business Administration, Business Process Outsourcing, Business Services, Change Management, Construction, Construction Management, Consulting, Corporate Governance, Cross-Functional, Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Documentation Standards, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Executive Relationships, Finance, Fortune 500 Customers, Geography, International Business, Leadership, Leading Edge Technology, Lean Six Sigma, Management Strategy, Matrix Management, Metrics, Microsoft Project, Microsoft SharePoint, Multitasking, Onboarding, Oracle, Organizational Skills, PRINCE2, Performance Analysis, Problem Solving Skills, Process Engineering, Process Improvement, Professional Services, Project Lifecycle, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Software, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulatory Requirements, Reporting Dashboards, Risk, Risk Management Framework (RMF), SAP, Service Delivery, Strategic Analysis, Strategic Planning, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Technical/Engineering Design, Time Management, Training Program, Training/Teaching, Work From Home

LOCATION

Glen Allen, VA

POSTED

6 days ago

**Company Description** **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** We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our Global Business Services (GBS) organization. This role is pivotal in shaping and executing large-scale programs that drive transformation and other initiatives across our service towers - (Finance, HR and Procurement). The ideal candidate will be a strategic and systems thinker who can translate business priorities into structured programs, while also serving as a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, matrixed global environment. _This position will offer some flexibility for hybrid work schedules to include both in-office presence and telecommute/virtual work, to be based in Glen Allen, VA._ **Key Responsibilities:** Program & Project Leadership + Lead end-to-end delivery of complex, cross-functional projects within the GBS portfolio, ensuring alignment with global strategic priorities. + Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, and stakeholder expectations across regions and functions. + Drive disciplined program management by implementing best-in-class project management methodologies, governance frameworks, and performance tracking mechanisms. + Provide technical leadership and strategic direction for program delivery at a regional level, supporting consistency, scalability, and execution excellence across markets. + Contribute to the continuous evolution of program management approaches, tools, and methodologies to drive innovation, efficiency, and differentiation within GBS. Stakeholder Management + Partner with business stakeholders, functional heads, and regional delivery teams to define project objectives, success metrics, and adoption of GBS-led initiatives/programs. + Communicate project progress, risks, and dependencies through structured updates, business reviews and program dashboards. + Facilitate alignment across time zones, cultures, and business units to achieve common goals. + Build and sustain strong executive‑level relationships to enable effective decision‑making, issue escalation, and timely resolution of complex program challenges. + Align diverse stakeholder interests across regions, functions, and delivery partners to ensure shared ownership of outcomes and benefits realization. Change & Transformation + Lead the change management strategy for programs, ensuring people, process, and technology impacts are understood and addressed. + Oversee communication plans, training needs, and adoption activities to enable smooth implementation and sustained business readiness. Governance & Compliance + Ensure projects comply with corporate governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks. + Establish and maintain program governance structures, including steering committees, working groups, risk reviews, and milestone gating. + Maintain high standards of documentation, project tracking, and reporting to ensure transparency and accountability. Regularly review and strengthen governance controls based on lessons learned, audit outcomes, and evolving business or regulatory requirements. **Qualifications** **Minimum Requirements:** + Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field plus at least 8 years of progressive project management experience, including at least 3 years in a Global Business Services, shared services, or global transformation environment, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education + Proven track record of delivering complex, global, multi-functional projects on time and within budget. + Demonstrated ability to work in a matrixed, global organization, managing cross-functional teams and influencing senior leaders without direct authority. Strong understanding of process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) and service delivery models. + Excellent stakeholder management, communication, presentation, and influencing skills at all organizational levels – including executive-level reporting and facilitation. + Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheet, Jira) and collaboration platforms (e.g., Teams, SharePoint). **Preferred Qualifications:** + PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile certification. + Experience with ERP or digital transformation programs (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday). + Background in outsourcing, business process reengineering, or operating model redesign. **Core Competencies** + Strategic and analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills. + Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities. + Resilience and adaptability in a global, fast-changing environment. + Collaborative leadership style with the ability to inspire and influence across cultures. **Additional Information** + Sponsorship for US work authorization is not available for this position, now or in the future + Relocation assistance 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._** Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $130000 to $1750000. **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. **ReqID:** J10152052 **Business Line:** Geography OH **Business Group:** DCS **Strategic Business Unit:** GBS **Career Area:** Program & Project Management **Work Location Model:** Hybrid **Compensation:** USD 130000 - USD 1750000 - yearly

About the Company

AECOM

About AECOM

AECOM is a global network of experts working with clients, communities and colleagues to develop and implement innovative solutions to the world’s most complex challenges.

Delivering clean water and energy. Building iconic skyscrapers. Planning new cities. Restoring damaged environments. Connecting people and economies with roads, bridges, tunnels and transit systems. Designing parks where children play. Helping governments maintain stability and security.

We connect expertise across services, markets, and geographies to deliver transformative outcomes. Worldwide, we design, build, finance, operate and manage projects and programs that unlock opportunities, protect our environment and improve people’s lives.

Imagine it. Delivered.

Fast Facts:

Approximately $20.2 billion of revenue during fiscal year 2018
Ranked #1 in Transportation and General Building in Engineering News-Record’s 2018 “Top 500 Design Firms”
Named one of Fortune magazine's "World's Most Admired Companies" for the fifth consecutive year

©2018 Time Inc. Used under license.

COMPANY SIZE

10,000 employees or more

INDUSTRY

Aerospace and Defense

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Paid Sick Days, Parking, Performance Bonus, Prescription Drug Coverage, Professional Development, 401K, Childcare, Concierge Services, Stock Options, Subsidized Commuting, Employee Referral Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Events, Retirement / Pension Plans, Transportation Allowance, Tuition Reimbursement, Vehicle Allowance, Work From Home, Game Rooms, Health Care on Site, Life Insurance, Merchandise Discounts, Military Leave, On Site Cafeteria

WEBSITE

https://aecom.jobs/