Gulf Coast Transportation CM-CEI Department Manager

Job Description

AECOM is seeking an established professional services leader in the Transportation infrastructure market to drive the growth, strategy, and profitability of AECOM’s services in the Gulf Coast geography. This geography covers 4 states - Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas and Mississippi, however the applicant must be located in Texas. As the Gulf Coast Transportation CM-CEI Department Manager, this individual will be part of the senior leadership team for the West Transportation Business Line.  This external-facing leader will represent AECOM in the marketplace and oversee business development, sales, and strategy.

Ideal Candidate Profile
We are seeking a growth-minded leader with strong, established relationships across State Departments of Transportation, major municipalities (cities and counties), Regional Mobility Authorities, and Toll Authorities within the Gulf Coast Geography.

This individual will prioritize market growth and expansion, demonstrating the ability to:

• Act as a self-starter who can rapidly build and lead a high-performing team.
• Deliver a proven track record of winning work and managing a profitable business.
• Communicate clearly and dynamically with senior leadership, clients, peers, and staff.

The ideal candidate will be a collaborative mentor, supporting project delivery and driving success in Business development and capture management, Marketing and communications, Strategic planning and execution

The responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to:

• Help build a strong and thriving culture in AECOM’s Gulf Coast CM-CEI group
• Initially able to work as both a doer and seller to capture and deliver new work in the area.
• Provide leadership in recruiting and retaining top talent to the Gulf Coast CM-CEI Region.
• In collaboration with senior leadership, develop and own the long-term vision for sustained growth of AECOM’s CM-CEI business.
• Ensures unflinching customer focus. The successful candidate will demonstrate deep customer insight, ensure a client driven culture, spearhead and support market-focused solutions.
• Collaborate with the senior leadership team in the US West Transportation on driving strategic growth initiatives throughout the region.
• Work with the US West Transportation growth team in developing and delivering an annual strategic plan including Wins, Bookings, NSR delivery, and other key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Act as capture manager and potentially as a project manager for key CM-CEI pursuits in the Gulf Coast.
• Collaborate with local divisional leadership across all markets and local team to organize civic engagement activities and support AECOM’s visibility and market presence.
• Serve as a member of the Central Regions CM-CEI leadership team.
• Collaborate with other business lines to cross-sell services with other AECOM teams and groups.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of relevant engineering, project delivery, and business development experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience, including 2+ years of leadership, strategy, growth and P&L operations experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 20+ years of relevant engineering and project delivery experience with 5+ years of experience in business development, capture management, and account management.
• Ability to teach and mentor technical staff by demonstrated knowledge of relevant technical skills and tools
• Ability to communicate clearly to clients, leadership, and technical staff
• Team-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
• Ability to balance various project and company responsibilities and deadlines while maintaining professionalism and quality.
• Experience in business development, and strong existing relationships with transportation agencies in the Gulf Coast
• Active involvement in local Gulf Coast professional organizations
• Project work history that includes notable, applicable construction management experience on transportation projects within the region. 

Additional Information

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.