Associate Principal – Strategic Infrastructure Advisory (FCA Programs)

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking an Associate Principal in Infrastructure & Asset Management to support and expand our Asset Management practice across the West Coast and adjacent markets. As part of AECOM’s West Region Asset Management practice, under the leadership of our Denver-based team, this role will lead complex, multi-site programs spanning facility condition assessments (FCA), capital investment (CapEx) planning, and maintenance and lifecycle planning while serving as a trusted advisor to clients on long-term asset strategies and supporting the growth of client relationships and new opportunities across the area. Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco Bay Area, Seattle, or Portland Remote Position – Candidates must be based on the West coast. Full-time

AECOM’s West Region Asset Management practice consists of a diverse team of professionals supporting clients across the country and adjacent markets. We collaborate extensively with AECOM’s broader service lines to deliver integrated solutions that support facility condition assessments (FCA), capital investment planning, and maintenance and lifecycle strategies. Our work enables organizations to make informed decisions around the maintenance, repair, and replacement of assets, aligning infrastructure investments with operational and long-term strategic objectives.

To learn more about our group, please visit AECOMassetmanagement.com.

 The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Work closely with West Region Asset Management leadership to shape and execute market and client engagement strategies, supporting priority pursuits, strengthening key client relationships, and aligning delivery efforts with regional growth objectives.
• Lead delivery of complex, multi-site programs including facility condition assessments (FCA), capital investment (CapEx) planning, and maintenance and lifecycle planning initiatives across diverse client portfolios.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, translating asset data and assessment findings into actionable capital and operational strategies that support long-term asset performance.
• Oversee development of key deliverables including capital improvement plans (CIPs), lifecycle models, prioritization frameworks, and funding strategies.
• Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary teams across architecture, engineering, and cost estimating to ensure high-quality, consistent program delivery.
• Establish and maintain strong client relationships, supporting ongoing engagement and identifying opportunities to expand services and deliver additional value.
• Support proposal development, interviews, and capture efforts, contributing to the continued growth of AECOM’s Asset Management practice across the region.
• Provide technical and strategic leadership in the planning and execution of asset management programs, including alignment with client goals, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Contribute to the continued evolution of AECOM’s Asset Management practice, helping refine delivery approaches, service offerings, tools, and standards to support scalable, high-quality program execution.
• Mentor and guide deputy project managers, technical staff, and junior team members, supporting team development and strengthening delivery capabilities.

To be successful in this position you must come with:

• Demonstrated experience supporting or leading complex, multi-site programs and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong client-facing experience with the ability to advise on capital investment, asset management, and lifecycle planning strategies.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• BA/BS in Architecture, Engineerin