The AEC Leadership Podcast Infrastructure Program Leadership: Best Practices for Stronger Teams – Ep 353
Jul 24, 2025
Join Amma Asamwada, Senior Vice President of Aviation for Texas and Louisiana at WSP, as she shares her journey in navigating leadership within complex infrastructure environments. She discusses essential strategies for guiding high-stakes teams, emphasizing clarity and collaboration. Amma highlights the critical role of effective communication in building trust with clients and shares insights on leveraging global experience for strategic decision-making in airport development. Her journey underscores the importance of mentorship and adaptability in achieving success.
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Align Roles with Growth & Client Needs
- Define clear roles aligned with client needs and individual growth potential to build strong teams.
- Collaborate with clients to support resource continuity and knowledge retention for program success.
Trust & Collaborate for Team Success
- Trust your team and collaborate with fellow leaders to assess strengths and distribute work under pressure.
- Promote open communication and adapt roles as program demands shift for sustained project momentum.
Agile Team Scaling Under Pressure
- Amma Asamwada described quickly mobilizing international staff to provide 24/7 inspection services under tight deadlines overseas.
- Many temporary inspectors grew into senior roles, demonstrating agility and effective team collaboration.