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Job Description
AECOM LATAM is seeking for an experienced Aviation Senior Project Manager based out of our Mexico City or Panama City offices.
The responsibilities include but are not limited to:
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Partner with LATAM Transportation leadership to execute project-level growth initiatives, ensuring specific Aviation contracts align with regional business goals.
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Act as the primary PM lead during the capture process for key Aviation bids, ensuring technical proposals are competitive, realistic, and adhere to best practices.
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Manage key client accounts at the project level, ensuring high satisfaction ratings and identifying follow-on opportunities through consistent delivery.
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Collaborate with LATAM Delivery and Operations teams to implement standardized execution processes that guarantee project profitability and quality.
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Oversee project budgets and financial performance, ensuring cost control measures are in place and projects remain within approved parameters.
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Lead cross-functional project teams, providing strategic direction and mentoring to ensure successful project outcomes and team development.
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Develop and maintain comprehensive project schedules, risk registers, and mitigation strategies to proactively address potential challenges.
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Drive stakeholder communication and reporting initiatives, delivering regular updates to clients and internal leadership on project status, milestones, and performance metrics.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree + 8 years of experience in the LATAM Aviation sector or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
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Experience in business development, and strong existing relationships with Aviation clients in Latin America
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Fluent in English and Spanish
Preferred Qualifications
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12+ years of relevant experience
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Experience managing complex infrastructure or aviation-related projects through full project lifecycle
Additional Information
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Relocation assistance is not available for this position
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Sponsorship is not available for this position now or in the future
At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
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.
