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Today’s People Spotlight features Miguel Sanchez, RA, AIA, a Tampa-based aviation project architect and manager dedicated to shaping seamless, passenger-focused airport experiences across Florida. With extensive experience delivering terminal, airside and support facility projects — including complex, multi-phase renovations at Gainesville Regional Airport and Tampa International Airport — Miguel brings deep expertise in phasing, coordination and design-build collaboration. His hands-on leadership ensures that projects stay on schedule, within budget and fully aligned with client goals. “I strive to shape airport environments that feel intuitive and comfortable,” Miguel says. “Every project is an opportunity to improve how people move and connect.” Read more from Miguel here: https://lnkd.in/eZ_GpRZr

Over the course of his 30 year career, Global Tunneling Practice Lead Stephen Woodrow has been instrumental in delivering more than 50 major tunneling projects across four continents, applying innovative approaches that consistently deliver outstanding results for clients. A respected thought leader, he has championed constructible, efficient designs and advanced our Sustainable Legacies strategy by driving low-carbon solutions on projects such as the London Power Tunnel. Explore Steve’s story and the people who have influenced his development, as well as those he’s guided and impacted throughout his remarkable career. Learn more about our other #AECOMFellows: https://lnkd.in/e2ccmc3v

Global Remediation Practice Lead John Bleiler has been with our company for over three decades, consistently delivering sustainable solutions to complex challenges. A celebrated client advocate, John has saved our clients hundreds of millions of dollars through his remediation work while advancing the Environment business. His mentorship has touched the lives of many as he’s helped shape the industry’s current and future leaders. Watch John’s journey to learn more about how he’s created an immeasurable impact throughout his career. Learn more about our other #AECOMFellows: https://lnkd.in/e2ccmc3v

Sediment runoff is one of the biggest threats to the Great Barrier Reef’s water quality, and we’re helping tackle it head-on. Through the Great Barrier Reef Foundation's Roads to Reef Initiative, our road and water engineers, resilience advisors and geospatial analysts came together to address this threat. Together they:  🪸 Modelled how much fine sediment from Queensland’s entire unsealed road network drains into the Reef’s lagoon, and proved it’s a significant contributor. 🪸 Designed a framework to test future interventions, including nature-based solutions, to reduce sediment runoff and help local governments and road authorities secure funding. We’re extending our partnership with the Great Barrier Reef Foundation for another four years in pursuit of a more resilient Reef, and a better world. Read more: https://acm.to/Xa6N

Earlier today, we proudly introduced our newest AECOM Fellows, celebrating the remarkable ways they are shaping the future of our industry. Our Fellows represent the impact one individual can make and reflect the ways we are shaping the next generation of leaders. Each of our Fellows has dedicated their careers to living our purpose through delivering excellence, mentorship, and transforming what’s possible through innovation. Their commitment to technical excellence has inspired countless professionals across disciplines to reach their full potential. Learn more about the AECOM Fellows program and meet some of the industry’s brightest leaders today: http://aecom.com/fellows

We are proud to share the 2025 AECOM Fellows program inductees: John Bleiler, and Stephen Woodrow.    John and Steve have dedicated decades to our firm, shaping the growth of our business, elevating industry standards, and mentoring the next generation of leaders. Their work has influenced communities worldwide and strengthened our reputation for technical excellence. They have elevated the industry through their innovation, thought leadership, and deep technical expertise.     John, Global Remediation Practice Lead, is a recognized authority on contaminated sediment and natural resource management. With more than 35 years of experience, he has delivered significant global impact across the United States and internationally. His expertise has been shared through over 40 presentations and several peer-reviewed publications, as well as leveraged to achieve client cost savings exceeding $250 million, showcasing his position as a client advocate, nature-based solution champion, and industry leader.     Steve, Global Tunneling Practice Lead, is a global thought leader in tunneling, bringing more than three decades of experience with our company and its legacy companies. Over the course of his career, he has been instrumental in delivering more than 50 major tunneling projects across four continents and advancing tunneling and engineering practices around the world. Across his work, he has championed constructible and efficient designs to deliver outstanding results for clients and the communities they serve.      Read more about each of their achievements: https://lnkd.in/eBeNNufH #AECOMFellows

The Cross Bay Link in Hong Kong has earned global recognition, winning Engineering News-Record Global Best Project Award in the Bridge/Tunnel category. A prestigious honor that celebrates international excellence in design, construction and collaboration. Delivered for the Civil Engineering and Development Department, this award celebrates the dedication of our team and partners at China Road and Bridge Corporation. The bridge was designed by Dr. Robin Sham, our Global Long Span and Specialty Bridges Director, and demonstrates how our innovative engineering has achieved decarbonization, and enhanced connectivity and resilience in coastal environments. As Hong Kong’s first sea link combining a carriageway, cycle track and footway, the project serves as a vital transportation artery and leisure hub for the community and marks the city’s pioneering use of S690 high-strength steel in construction. This honor reflects the power of collaboration, innovation and technical excellence that define our global practice. It’s a testament to what can be achieved when visionary clients and dedicated teams deliver complex, high-impact infrastructure. Learn more about the project here: https://lnkd.in/gz7Q4HAm #AECOMAsia #ENR #Transportation #Bridge

In our final People Spotlight of the week, we meet Drew Dodson, from our Program Management business line. Drew shares what inspires him, how his work is helping communities thrive, and gives us an inside look at some of his favorite projects. With over two decades of experience, Drew brings deep expertise in managing complex programs. Whether he’s leading teams or engaging stakeholders, his focus remains on delivering excellence with quality, integrity and impact. Learn more about Drew and the incredible work he’s doing: https://lnkd.in/dXCAQa8v #AECOM #ProgramManagement

Today’s People Spotlight features Larry Wade, a civil engineer from our Water business in the United States.   Larry is part of the team working on the College Lake Dam removal in Lynchburg, Virginia — a high-impact project that’s restoring more than 4,000 feet of stream and creating floodplain wetlands, all of which will deliver long-term safety, environmental and community benefits.   “The restored river will provide a much higher aesthetic value and offer recreational opportunities in the future,” Larry shares. “The project has significantly improved water quality in the river and eliminated the risk of dam failure.”   Explore how Larry’s work is helping shape safer, more sustainable communities: https://lnkd.in/dYcxYC7S   #AECOM #Water #StreamRestoration #Sustainability #Infrastructure

In today's People Spotlight, meet Leighton G.M. Wong, PE, a Program Manager for the U.S. Navy’s CLEAN program in the Pacific Region. With over 40 years of experience in environmental restoration and engineering, Leighton brings a unique perspective shaped by decades of service with the Navy. Before joining AECOM, Leighton held senior leadership roles at Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) Pacific, overseeing major environmental programs and advancing the Navy’s mission of sustainability and environmental stewardship. Today, he continues that work with us, helping to deliver cleaner water, safer air, and sustainable solutions for Navy sites across the Pacific. Read more: https://lnkd.in/empRkXWG #PeopleSpotlight #EnvironmentalEngineering #Sustainability #AECOM