AECOM (NYSE: ACM), a leading infrastructure consulting firm, has appointed Jill Hudkins as the chief executive of its newly established Water & Environment Advisory global business line. This marks a significant step in AECOM’s growth strategy, which aims to strengthen its competitive advantage by leveraging its technical expertise and strong client relationships to create complementary, high-value services.
The Water & Environment Advisory business will focus on helping clients navigate complex water and environmental management challenges throughout the project lifecycle. By building on AECOM’s top-ranked water, environmental engineering, and environmental science capabilities, as recognized by Engineering-News Record, the new advisory division will enhance the company’s offerings in high-growth areas such as advanced digital water asset management, automation, environmental permitting, PFAS remediation, and emerging high-tech water solutions.
“I’m excited to welcome Jill to AECOM to lead the expansion of our water and environment advisory services,” said Troy Rudd, AECOM’s CEO. “We are committed to doubling our industry-leading water capabilities over the next five years. Jill’s leadership and our investment in key resources will lay the foundation for the success of this new business line, as we meet the growing demand for comprehensive advisory, consulting, and program management solutions to tackle today’s water and environmental challenges.”
Hudkins brings over 25 years of experience, previously serving as President at Tetra Tech. At Tetra Tech, she spearheaded the growth of digital applications and data analytics in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, launching its rapidly growing Digital Water practice.
“Jill is a highly respected leader in our industry,” said Lara Poloni, AECOM’s president. “With her expertise, we look forward to advancing our strategy of guiding clients through their most pressing challenges while delivering long-term value for communities and the planet. Jill will lead our new Water & Environment Advisory line, building a world-class team that will shape the future of environmental and water management through innovative, knowledge-driven solutions.”
Hudkins holds a master’s degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering from MIT and a bachelor’s degree from Duke University. She also serves on the University of Miami’s College of Engineering Academic Review Committee.
