Program Controls Cost Manager

AECOM is seeking a Program Controls - Cost Manager for one of our offices in the East Region Program Controls is the application of Project Controls in a Program Management context. This includes the added complexity and interactions demanded from Programs such as Government legislation, Political obligations, Legacy creation, multi-partner KPIs, cross industry body creation and/or collaboration, finance partnering, contract incentivization and extensive stakeholder engagement.

The Program Controls Manager is entrusted with the following critical responsibilities:

• Directs and manages program controls related activities for medium-sized programs or specialized defined controls elements of larger programs in support of the Program Manager or Program Controls Director.
• Orchestrates coordination efforts across multiple projects within the program, ensuring strict alignment with overall program objectives.
• Identifies and addresses project interdependencies with utmost diligence, implementing proactive risk mitigation strategies and resolving conflicts.
• Collaborates strategically with project managers to ensure optimal resource allocation and utilization.
• Engages in high-level consultations with senior leadership to define and refine program-level objectives.
• Provides authoritative guidance and rigorous oversight to project controls teams, ensuring meticulous management of individual project elements.
• Conducts thorough monitoring and evaluation of risk mitigation strategies to ensure their efficacy and implement necessary adjustments.
• Facilitates precise and formal communication channels between project teams and stakeholders.
• Delivers comprehensive and regular updates to senior leadership on program progress, challenges, and achievements, maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and professionalism.