Contractor Market Lead, Water UK&I

Company Description 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 partner with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. Job Description We are seeking a Contractor Market Lead to drive the growth of our work with Design and Build contractors in the Water sector. This role takes overall accountability for expanding the key market and will be an integral part of the Water UK&I leadership team. About You You are a highly motivated, organised, and proactive leader with a proven track record in leading and growing water businesses, business development, bidding and delivering major projects and strategy implementation. You have deep knowledge of the UK Water market, of contractors operating within it, and understand the social, political, and economic drivers that influence it. What You’ll Do Report directly to the Managing Director of Water and collaborate closely with Business Directors, including the Water UK Director of Strategy and Growth, Commercial Director, AECOM Europe & India leadership, and Global Water and Contractor Market teams. Lead the development and implementation of a contractor‑led market growth plan aligned with the Water UK&I Strategic Plan. Work with Client Account Managers to identify, monitor, and track new opportunities, ensuring proactive positioning and timely entry into business planning systems. Increase visibility of AECOM Water’s contractor‑led capability and communicate market strategy through clear and effective internal and external messaging. Build strong partnerships with contractors and designers to enable targeted pursuit of high‑value opportunities. Drive exceptional client satisfaction through active engagement, performance monitoring, and improvement actions informed by Net Promoter Score feedback. Foster a culture where AECOM is recognised as a great place to work by exemplifying AECOM’s values, championing EDI, and promoting employee engagement and continuous development. Work with Business Unit Directors to determine medium‑ and long‑term resource needs, leading recruitment for strategic and senior roles. Collaborate with teams across Europe and globally to deliver multidisciplinary projects and programmes, showcasing AECOM’s strengths in winning work. Hold accountability for major contractor‑led projects and programmes through bid governance and the Go/No‑Go process, while supporting governance for smaller pursuits. Lead by example in driving SH&E culture, ensuring effective implementation of AECOM SH&E policies and procedures and achieving core SH&E metrics for the Water business. Enjoy the Perks 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, a flexible hybrid working model, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days. Qualifications Ready to push the limits of what’s possible? Here’s what we’re looking for Senior leadership experience within a matrixed multinational consultancy, contractor, or key water‑sector supplier. Proven success in building and leading leadership teams and multidisciplinary project teams. Strong knowledge of the UK & Ireland water markets, key contractors, and wider European socio‑political and economic drivers. Demonstrated ability to provide growth‑focused leadership, including talent development and coaching. Extensive commercial and contract management expertise. Track record of securing major frameworks, winning new opportunities, and growing existing contracts. Strong client relationship management capabilities. Solid attention to detail with experience delivering effective health & safety initiatives. Experienced in motivating and managing diverse, multidisciplinary teams. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Flexible, proactive, and adaptable approach to work. As an inclusive leader, you will Demonstrate dedication to driving our inclusion strategy by fostering a culture of respect within your team. Build a diverse and inclusive workforce, recruiting and retaining the best talent while nurturing the next generation of leaders. Lead with empathy, respect, and understanding, actively seeking diverse perspectives. Encourage a work environment where employees can grow, innovate, collaborate and be their authentic selves. Uphold AECOM's values and promote engagement and continuous development among staff within the region. Additional Information 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 ReasonableAccommodations@aecom.com. About AECOM AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to programme and construction management. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through unrivaled technical and digital expertise, equity, diversity, inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location, or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit, and pioneering mindset are championed. We are a Disability Confident Employer We will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long‑term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. If you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme, please let us know using ReasonableAccommodations@aecom.com. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. ReqID: J10137916 Business Line: Water Business Group: DCS Strategic Business Unit: Europe & India Career Area: Business Development Work Location Model: Hybrid #J-18808-Ljbffr