Application Guide

How to Apply for Capture Management Director

at AECOM

🏢 About AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm that builds sustainable legacies through innovative solutions in transportation, water, energy, and environmental sectors. Working here means contributing to transformative projects that address some of the world's most complex challenges, with a strong commitment to sustainability and social impact.

About This Role

As Capture Management Director, you will lead the end-to-end pursuit of major enterprise-level opportunities, driving strategy from early positioning through proposal delivery. This role is critical to AECOM's growth, directly influencing the company's ability to win large-scale, high-value contracts that shape communities and environments.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve leading a strategy session for a $100M transportation project, reviewing competitive intelligence reports, and meeting with technical leads to refine win themes. You'll also check in on proposal progress, update executive sponsors on pipeline health, and connect with client stakeholders to strengthen relationships.

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🎯 Who AECOM Is Looking For

  • Proven track record in capture management or consultative sales for large-scale, complex pursuits (e.g., infrastructure, environmental, or engineering projects).
  • Deep understanding of competitive analysis, market positioning, and the ability to differentiate AECOM's offerings in a crowded landscape.
  • Strong executive presence to communicate pursuit priorities, secure resources, and influence senior leadership decisions.
  • Expertise in managing pursuit budgets, schedules, and compliance, with a focus on delivering high-quality, compliant proposals on time.

📝 Tips for Applying to AECOM

1

Highlight specific large-scale pursuits you've led, quantifying win rates, contract values, and the impact on organizational growth.

2

Demonstrate your understanding of AECOM's sectors (e.g., transportation, water, environmental) by tailoring your examples to relevant markets.

3

Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to describe how you developed winning strategies in competitive environments.

4

Showcase your ability to collaborate with technical teams and executives, emphasizing cross-functional leadership.

5

Include a brief note on how you stay current with industry trends, such as sustainable infrastructure or digital delivery.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your experience leading capture for multi-million dollar pursuits in infrastructure or environmental sectors.', "How your strategic approach aligns with AECOM's mission to build sustainable legacies.", 'Specific examples of developing win strategies that differentiated your previous employers in competitive bids.', 'Your ability to manage the full pursuit lifecycle, from discovery to proposal delivery, ensuring quality and compliance.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review AECOM's recent major project wins and case studies on their website to understand their value proposition.
  • → Read AECOM's sustainability report and annual report to align your strategies with their corporate goals.
  • → Explore AECOM's newsroom for recent press releases on large-scale contracts or innovations.
  • → Understand AECOM's key competitors (e.g., Jacobs, WSP, Stantec) and how they position themselves.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a time you turned around a pursuit that was initially losing. What strategy did you implement?
2 How do you conduct competitive analysis for a large infrastructure opportunity?
3 How would you build a pipeline of qualified opportunities for AECOM's target markets?
4 Tell us about a time you had to secure executive buy-in for a pursuit. How did you present the business case?
5 How do you ensure quality assurance and compliance in a multi-disciplinary proposal team?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Focusing only on sales metrics without showing strategic thinking or understanding of the full pursuit lifecycle.
  • Lack of specific examples related to large-scale infrastructure or environmental projects.
  • Ignoring the importance of compliance and quality assurance in proposal development.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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