Remediation Program Manager

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Job Description

Lead Complex Remediation Programs. Develop High-Performing Teams. Shape the Future of Environmental Program Delivery.

AECOM is seeking a senior remediation leader to oversee one of our largest environmental remediation portfolios supporting Oil & Gas clients across the western United States.

This is a strategic leadership role responsible for delivering a portfolio of approximately $30M-$50M annually , while leading a team of 3-5 Program Managers and multidisciplinary project delivery teams . You will play a critical role in ensuring safe, compliant, profitable, and high-quality project execution while partnering closely with clients to solve complex environmental challenges.

The successful candidate will be a proven leader with remediation experience, strong business acumen, and a demonstrated ability to build high-performing teams, strengthen client relationships, and drive operational excellence.

The Opportunity

As the Remediation Program Manager, you will serve as the senior delivery leader for a major Oil & Gas remediation program. You will be accountable for portfolio performance, resource planning, risk management, client satisfaction, and financial success, while coaching and developing the next generation of Program Managers.

You will work closely with business line leadership, technical experts, client account teams, and operations leaders to drive execution certainty and support future growth.

Key Responsibilities

Portfolio Leadership and Delivery

• Lead the successful delivery of a $30M-$50M remediation portfolio across multiple programs and projects.

• Provide leadership and oversight to a team of Program Managers and project delivery professionals.

• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contractual commitments.

• Drive portfolio performance against key operational, financial, safety, and client satisfaction metrics.

• Serve as the primary escalation point for complex delivery, commercial, and client issues.

• Lead portfolio-level risk identification, mitigation, and contingency planning.

• Champion execution certainty through proactive project reviews and performance management.

• Advance the adoption of digital tools, data-driven decision making, and operational efficiencies.

Client Leadership

• Develop and maintain trusted relationships with key client stakeholders.

• Act as a strategic advisor to clients, helping them navigate complex environmental and remediation challenges.

• Ensure delivery excellence while identifying opportunities to expand services and strengthen partnerships.

• Collaborate with Client Account Managers to support account growth and client retention.

People Leadership

• Directly lead and mentor Program Managers and senior project professionals.

• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Support workforce planning, succession planning, recruitment, and talent development.

• Develop future remediation leaders through coaching and structured career development.

Business Growth

• Partner with Environmental Business Line leadership to grow profitable backlog and expand client relationships.

• Support strategic pursuit planning and major opportunity capture efforts.

• Contribute to annual business planning, forecasting, and portfolio management activities.

• Help shape the future direction of AECOM's remediation practice and technical capabilities.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, or a related discipline and 10+ years of relevant environmental consulting, remediation, or program management experience. or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 2 years of leadership.

• A valid driver’s license is required, along with the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check in accordance with company polic

• Ability to meet applicable background screening requirements.

• U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Environmental Engineering, Geoscience, or related discipline.

• Professional registration such as P.E. or P.G.

• 15+ years of environmental consulting and remediation experience.

• Demonstrated experience leading large, complex remediation portfolios and multidisciplinary teams.

• Experience managing Program Managers or other senior project leaders.

• Strong understanding of environmental remediation programs supporting the Oil & Gas sector.

• Experience operating within state and federal regulatory frameworks, including Colorado, Texas, California, or similar jurisdictions.

• Proven success managing client relationships, financial performance, and business growth.

• Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship for this role now and in the future will not be available.

Why This Role?

This position offers the opportunity to:

• Lead one of AECOM's large Oil and Gas remediation portfolios.

• Manage and mentor a team of Program Managers.

• Influence strategic decisions impacting clients, operations, and growth.

• Drive meaningful environmental outcomes across complex remediation programs.

• Work with industry-leading technical experts and delivery teams.

• Shape the future of remediation delivery within a global organization.

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 $170000 to $225000.

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: J10164273

Business Line: Environment

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: West

Career Area: Program & Project Management

Work Location Model: Hybrid

Compensation: USD 170000 - USD 225000 - yearly