Lead Consultant / Principal Consultant

Company Description

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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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Job Description

Role & Responsibilities

The Principal Consultant / Director will play a critical leadership role in shaping and delivering advisory engagements across transport and logistics. Responsibilities include:

• Leading complex consulting assignments in logistics and transport, including roads, railways, inland container depots (ICDs), multi-modal logistics parks (MMLPs), ports, terminals, and airports.
• Driving high-impact studies such as feasibility assessments, detailed project reports (DPRs), sectoral visions, business plan development, traffic forecasting, and demand modelling.
• Building and managing senior client relationships with leading private sector firms, government entities, and PSUs.
• Providing thought leadership in transport strategy, logistics transformation, and infrastructure investment planning.
• Guiding project teams, ensuring delivery excellence, and fostering capability building.
• Contributing to business development efforts, proposals, and market positioning of advisory services in India.
• Working collaboratively with AECOM’s global advisory network to bring best practices and innovations to the Indian market.

Qualifications

• MBA from a premier institute such as IIMs, IIFT, XLRI, FMS, or other national / globally reputed business schools.
• Minimum 8 years of consulting experience in leading strategy / management consulting firms in infrastructure advisory practices.
• Strong sector focus on logistics and transport, with project experience across roads, rail, ICDs, MMLPs, ports, terminals, and airport sectors.
• Proven track record of working with both private sector leaders as well as Government clients / PSUs.
• Deep expertise in feasibility studies, DPRs, business plan development, bid advisory, performance improvement, due diligence, etc.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Strong financial analysis and business case development skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to manage senior client relationships and influence decision-making.
• Strong leadership, team building, and people management capabilities.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for building a high-impact advisory practice.

Additional Information

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.