Global Client Account Executive, Data Centers – Remote (U.S.)

Company Description

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AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. With a global team of over 50,000 professionals, AECOM delivers projects that create a positive and tangible impact worldwide, from improving commutes to transforming skylines.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Global Account Executive for its Data Center and Technology Market Sector. This role is responsible for overseeing and growing AECOM’s relationships with one or more of its largest global technology clients. You will report to the Senior Vice President and Head of Global Technology and Data Centers, with key performance indicators focused on portfolio growth, profitable delivery, client satisfaction, relationship strength, and strategic direction.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies for profitable, organic account growth aligned with the global data center and technology sector strategy.
• Establish yourself as a visible, global leader who adds value and delivers successful outcomes aligned with client business objectives.
• Provide leadership and direction to global, multi-disciplinary teams, promoting all AECOM services.
• Influence AECOM leadership decisions to align with client priorities.
• Develop and maintain senior and executive client relationships.
• Collaborate with regional leadership and project teams to anticipate issues and improve quality.
• Act as a connector across AECOM's business units to deliver unique solutions for complex client challenges.
• Enhance AECOM's industry presence through thought leadership and conference speaking.
• Support the attraction and retention of client account management talent through mentoring.
• Grow and maintain a network of current and potential clients.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or related field, plus 12 years of relevant experience, or equivalent demonstrated experience.
• Proven experience developing relationships to drive growth.
• Strong collaborator thriving in diverse, multi-disciplinary environments.
• Experience in data center development.
• Self-motivated, strong leader with significant client-facing experience.
• Existing relationships with industry-leading hyperscalers, colocation companies, and/or developers.
• Outstanding written and verbal English communication skills.
• Ability to work in ambiguity and lead by influence.
• Experience working with multicultural teams.
• Willingness to travel domestically and globally.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Senior relationships with hyperscalers, colocation companies, and/or developers in the data center market.
• Experience working internationally.
• Recognized industry leader who is well-connected.

Onboarding Requirement

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 a Fortune 500 firm and the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. They provide advisory, planning, design, engineering, program, and construction management services to public and private sector clients worldwide. AECOM focuses on creating innovative, sustainable, and resilient solutions.