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At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Senior Planner Leader. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with a proven track record in business development, client relationship management, and leadership within the transportation planning sector. The successful candidate will be instrumental in expanding our market presence, cultivating strategic partnerships, and delivering innovative solutions that align with environmental and sustainability goals. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of transportation planning while driving growth and innovation. 

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute growth strategies to enhance our transportation planning business, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, stakeholders, and government agencies to secure new projects and foster long-term partnerships.
• Business Development: Identify emerging trends and opportunities in transportation planning and environmental sustainability, driving revenue growth through targeted initiatives.
• Proposal Oversight: Lead the preparation of winning proposals, ensuring they align with client needs and showcase our expertise in transportation and environmental planning.
• Team Leadership: Inspire and mentor a multidisciplinary team of planners, engineers, and environmental specialists, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
• Project Oversight: Provide high-level oversight on complex transportation planning projects, ensuring they meet environmental, regulatory, and sustainability standards.
• Thought Leadership: Represent the organization at industry conferences and events, positioning the company as a leader in transportation environmental planning.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as an advocate for sustainable transportation solutions, engaging with policymakers, community leaders, and industry stakeholders to advance shared goals.

Minimum:

• Bachelor’s degree in Transportation Planning, Environmental Planning, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Ten years of experience in transportation planning, with a focus on business development or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 2 years of leadership.
• Proven experience and success in leadership roles, with a track record of managing complex projects and multidisciplinary teams.
• Experienced in communication and interpersonal skills by articulating complex ideas to diverse audiences.
• Experienced in the development of professional networking abilities and established connections within the industry.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in Transportation Planning, Environmental Planning, Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Established industry network and a strong track record of winning work or growing a planning practice.
• Prior experience leading or growing a transportation planning or environmental planning practice.
• Professional certification such as AICP, PE, or similar.

• Relocation is an option for this position.
• We are interested in every qualified candidate eligible to work in the United St ates. Sponsorship may be available for current visa holders in the United States.

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.