b Overview /b p In this role you will lead Water sector growth for Environment Energy Europe, acting as the external ambassador and strategic driver of client engagement. You will shape the sector’s growth plan, nurture high‑value relationships, and ensure AECOM is seen as the partner of choice. You’ll work with cross‑functional teams to win major opportunities and align sector strategies with regional objectives. This is a mission‑critical role for delivering sustainable water solutions at scale in Europe. /p b Responsibilities /b ul li Provide战略 leadership for the Water sector aligned to E E Europe objectives with emphasis on UK Ireland in 2027 /li li Maintain deep knowledge of market drivers, landscape, and emerging opportunities in Water sector /li li Represent AECOM at industry events and client forums to raise sector profile and demonstrate excellence /li li Collaborate with Regional Water Sector Lead, Water Business Line, and EUR I Sales Organisation to ensure sector representation in strategy and pursuits /li li Lead development and execution of the E E sector growth plan, including client engagement, pursuits, initiatives, and framework positioning /li li Build and maintain strategic client relationships to foster trust and repeat business /li li Coordinate with CAMs to align priorities and convert opportunities across disciplines for YoY growth /li li Drive Work Winning strategy and bid leadership to optimise win rate; act as Capture Manager for strategic opportunities /li li Be accountable for sector KPIs (bookings, revenue, client satisfaction) and maintain a complete, actionable opportunity pipeline /li li Provide quarterly performance updates and insights on market trends and risks/opportunities /li li Foster cross‑Business Line collaboration for multidisciplinary projects and support sector campaigns /li li Set a positive sector culture and support client leadership in project delivery /li li Influence AI adoption in infrastructure delivery to improve client outcomes /li /ul b Key requirements /b ul li Demonstrated success in leading business development and growth within Water in a consultancy or professional services /li li Strong knowledge of Water sector dynamics, clients, and competitors /li li Proven ability to build and maintain high‑value client relationships at senior levels /li li Strategic thinker with ability to translate vision into action plans /li li Seasoned capture manager capable of securing key opportunities /li li Excellent communication, interpersonal, presentation, and negotiation skills /li li Experience in Water sector‑related technical delivery /li li Established industry profile and thought leadership /li li Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline /li li Membership of a recognised professional body where applicable /li /ul ul li Strategic thinking /li li Relationship building /li li Communication and negotiation /li li Water sector delivery experience /li li Strategic growth planning /li li Capture management and bid leadership /li /ul
Environment & Energy, Water Sector Lead in Cardiff employer: AECOM
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