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Client Account Director and Relationship Lead (Transmission & Distribution)

Leeds, gbRemoteFull-time2026-11-09 → 2026-11-10
Hybrid

Core

Drive growth and influence strategy for key clients and contractors in the Grid Modernisation sector, acting as the primary contact for AECOM's relationships.

Role type

Senior Client Account Director and Relationship Lead

Builds

Large-scale programs of work and new business opportunities for transmission and distribution network operators

Domain

Energy infrastructure, Grid Modernisation, Transmission & Distribution

Required skills

Business development strategy, team leadership, client discovery, value proposition development, commercial acumen, stakeholder management, contract renewal, pipeline management, risk identification, trend analysis

Preferred skills

Experience with Tier 1 contractors, grid modernization client experience, speaking at industry events

Technologies

Advanced automation tools

Responsibilities

Meet key growth business plan objectives, support capture managers to win projects, raise AECOM's profile with clients, drive sustainable and profitable growth, connect internal teams to client vision, mentor team members, ensure high-quality delivery and client service, identify high-risk areas, manage business development activities, lead capture of new business opportunities, monitor client projects, identify evolving resourcing needs, develop client contacts and networks, work with Strategy and Marketing teams, promote leadership behaviors

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC