Technical Practice Group Lead, Asset Management

Start here. Grow here.

Our Water team is seeking a dynamic and strategic Technical Practice Group Lead Asset Management to lead and grow our established Asset Management services across the UK and Ireland.

As clients increasingly adopt asset management frameworks and analytical approaches (including optimisation resilience and systems thinking) to guide the design, operation and maintenance of water infrastructure, AECOM is committed to being at the forefront of this evolution. By engaging early in our clients’ delivery chain we provide value‑driven whole‑life services through our multidisciplinary teams.

This is a pivotal leadership role within our UK & Ireland Water business responsible for driving growth in service capability, client relationships, team development and commercial performance. You’ll be a key strategic figure shaping the future of asset management for the water sector and contributing to our global community of asset‑management practitioners.

Develop and lead Asset Management strategy across key service areas leveraging expertise in condition assessment, rehabilitation, system dynamics, optimisation, data analytics, urban drainage and water quality.

Build and maintain trusted client relationships serving as a senior point of contact for asset management services.

Grow a robust pipeline of asset management work enabling the development of team capability and capacity in line with business demand.

Drive strong commercial outcomes with a focus on delivering higher‑than‑average margins and increasing year‑on‑year revenue.

Personally deliver strategic advisory services and provide oversight to project teams as Project Director.

Champion innovation and digital solutions including forming partnerships with software providers and niche consultancies.

Foster a connected and collaborative asset management team across multiple locations and disciplines supporting both client delivery and professional development.

Leverage synergies with AECOM’s wider services enabling integration of engineering, environmental and commercial expertise into client programmes.

Position AECOM as a thought leader enhancing our brand visibility and reputation within the asset management and advisory space.

At AECOM you’ll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well‑being customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work‑life balance that suits your lifestyle, technical practice networks, AECOM University and volunteering days.

If you’re passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality AECOM welcomes you. Join our team where we don’t just construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives. Why not give our AECOM Water page on Linked In a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects we’re working on and see firsthand the difference we’re making in the industry!

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible.

You are an established professional in the regulation, strategic or tactical asset management space with a strong profile in the UK and / or Ireland water utility sector. You bring a collaborative mindset and a passion for delivering innovative sustainable solutions that meet client and societal needs.

• A recognised track record in strategic or tactical asset management within consulting and / or client organisations.
• Water sector networks across the industry and a strong understanding of the water industry.
• Demonstrated experience in business development and / or technical excellence.
• A strong appetite for shaping and growing a business area with the support of a committed leadership team.
• A history of successful bidding and development of long‑term trusted client relationships.

We celebrate diversity including neurodiversity and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you are an applicant with a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to complete the application process please contact us. At AECOM we value…