Manager,Climate Advisory

AECOM is hiring a Manager for Climate Advisory in Los Angeles, CA. The role involves leading projects for public sector clients to achieve climate action goals, including policy design and program implementation. Candidates should have experience in public policy, sustainability, or urban planning. Responsibilities include technical tasks, data analysis, business development, and team leadership. The position requires collaboration with various disciplines and effective communication with clients.
Company Description

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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.

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking experienced Manager-Climate Advisory to join our multi-disciplinary team to be based in San Francisco, CA; Oakland, CA; or Los Angeles, CA. The selected candidate will join the Buildings + Places (B+P) Consulting practice which brings together planners, architects, engineers, economists, and advisors to create city-shaping plans and strategies that tackle major policy, design, and social challenges around how cities and regional agencies serve their constituents.

Our team supports public sector clients, including cities, counties, transportation agencies, and utilities, in developing and implementing programs and policies to achieve their climate action goals. The candidate will lead tasks and act as a subject matter expert on a wide variety of projects related to policy and program design, prioritization and phasing of projects, development of governance mechanisms, and funding and financing strategies. In addition to technical proficiency, the candidate will be expected to effectively participate in business development activities and to direct project teams to ensure quality and timely work products that satisfy clients’ needs.

The candidate will lead discrete technical tasks to support decision-making and design of climate action policies and programs. These tasks may include developing and implementing quantitative analytical approaches; conducting data analysis, economic and financial modeling, literature reviews, and stakeholder interviews; and developing graphics and presentations to communicate key findings for both the client and the public. The position requires the ability to work with senior team members to balance multiple projects and deadlines, delegate appropriate tasks to more junior staff, and communicate clearly with both clients and other teams outside of the team.

The position also requires the ability to lead a project team while working closely with other disciplines and balancing multiple projects and deadlines, delegating and mentoring staff, and communicating clearly with both clients and other team members. Business development expectations include responding to requests for proposals and managing responses, in addition to representing our team internally and externally for opportunities.

Qualified candidates will have an education and/or professional experience in public policy; sustainability; urban planning and/or economics. Qualified candidates will also have experience working with the public sector, as well as exposure to climate-related planning, policy development, and program implementation.

The successful candidate will have experience in several of the following areas/project types:
• Economic and fiscal impact analysis as it relates to regulatory policies and programs (e.g., climate action planning, achieving renewable energy targets)
• Equitable policy and strategy development related to infrastructure delivery
• Funding and financing strategy for public sector investments
• Implementation of new public policies and programs
• Triple bottom line / sustainable return on investment assessments

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:
• BA/BS + 6 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

Preferred Qualifications :
• 10+ years of professional experience in public policy, urban planning, climate/sustainability, environmental or urban economics, or related fields

Additional Information

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 2024. 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.