Technical Academies Program Manager

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This exciting opportunity is with the Learning Excellence team, who design and delivers best-in-class development solutions across AECOM. We’re a team of multi-taskers who can design, facilitate, coach in both virtual and in-person environments. We support the full career path at AECOM, providing programming to develop technical, digital and leadership skills from our early career employees, to managers, to building the pipeline of future executives.

This role will support our Technical Academies.  It will include the design and management of the participant experience and stakeholder management. This role provides program management governance, mitigates program related risk, and will analyze/resolve underachieving outcomes or program challenges. They will balance between strategic thought and hands on implementation; One hour could be spent scrutinizing spreadsheet data and chasing program nominations and the next is connecting with experts planning their programs.

The successful individual must demonstrate a high level of accountability and autonomy to successfully deliver on program outcomes in a small and agile team. This position offers the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule including both in-office and remote work options. We have offices in Birmingham, Edinburgh, Manchester, and London.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Build and manage program project plans and learning event logistics.
• Design and develop communications, course evaluations and program engagement strategies.
• Partner with the Training Coordinator to ensure all communications are prepared and delivered resulting in ideal learning experiences for participants, facilitators and course owners.
• Collect, analyze and report metrics and tracking for technical academies.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities based on evaluations and insights. 
• Provide Learning Management admin support and live session productions support.
• This role must work successfully in a matrixed organization.  
• Works under limited supervision in several aspects of the work. 
• Working with AECOM teams in multiple geographical locations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 6 years or relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Ability to cultivate relationships through collaborative work environment  
• Strong interpersonal, communication, including professional representation and on target advice to stakeholders 
• Comfortable with ambiguity 
• Strong computer and analytical skills; proficient with Excel and PowerPoint and Workday 
• Strong written and oral communications skills 
• Strong organizational skills with an attention to detail

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 2024. 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.