Associate Director - Building Civil at Aecom USA

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Civil Engineering, Project Management, Leadership, Technical Direction, Digital Design, Sustainable Design, Water Sensitive Urban Design, Collaboration, Client Relationship Management, Problem Solving, Attention to Detail, Civil 3D, AutoCAD, 12D, DRAINS, MUSIC

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Company Description “I work for AECOM because we cover a broad engineering landscape which challenges our engineering and consultancy skills through the best projects. The depth of skill and knowledge across the regions means anything is possible.” – Sean O'Leary, Practice Leader, Building’s & Places, VIC + SA Come grow with us. Our global portfolio of work comprises the design of iconic and award-winning buildings and landscapes. From strategic planning through to project realisation, the connections we make among people and place provide sustainable outcomes for our clients and the communities we serve. We place a premium on investing in digital capabilities and innovations which bring a unique consistency and efficiency to our scalable work. Together with our clients, we are working to evolve and elevate the built environment across sectors including social infrastructure, transit, technology and logistics, and commercial and corporate real estate, while focusing on solutions that promote long term health and wellbeing for all. Everyone belongs at AECOM We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company, a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, #Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer. Job Description AECOM’s Buildings + Places team is seeking an Associate Director, Building Civil Engineer to lead and shape the delivery of major building and precinct projects across sectors including Aviation, Defence, Sports Infrastructure, Commercial, Health, and Education. As a senior leader within our Civil Engineering discipline, you will guide a talented team, drive technical excellence and design innovation, and play a pivotal role in advancing AECOM’s reputation for delivering sustainable, high-performance infrastructure solutions across Australia’s built environment. How you’ll make a difference Lead and oversee the delivery of civil engineering design for building and civil projects, including site infrastructure, drainage, earthworks, stormwater management, pavements, and utilities coordination, ensuring quality, safety, and constructability. Provide technical direction, mentoring, and quality assurance across a small but high-performing team, fostering capability development and maintaining excellence in civil engineering delivery. Champion digital and sustainable design practices, embedding innovation, Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD), and environmental best practices into project solutions. Collaborate seamlessly across disciplines and stakeholders, effectively coordinating civil design with architectural, structural, and services teams to achieve integrated and practical design outcomes. Contribute to business growth and client strategy, supporting proposal development, building trusted client relationships, and identifying opportunities that enhance AECOM’s market presence. Qualifications The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes, you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered. The qualities that help you thrive: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, with 15+ years of relevant experience delivering civil design for building projects within consulting environments. Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) or eligibility and Registered Professional Engineer with the relevant endorsement to work within the building industry; professional membership in an appropriate body (e.g. Engineers Australia). Demonstrated leadership and project management success, with experience managing complex, multidisciplinary projects, coordinating design delivery, and mentoring engineering teams. Strong technical proficiency in Civil 3D, AutoCAD, 12D, DRAINS, and MUSIC, with a deep understanding of Australian building codes, standards, sustainability, and WSUD principles. Excellent communicator and strategic thinker, combining strong interpersonal skills, commercial acumen, and a client-focused mindset with a high level of problem-solving capability and attention to detail Additional Information Why you’ll love working with us Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, job-sharing and hybrid work options Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities Ready to push the limits of what’s possible? We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know. Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Learn more about life at AECOM: LinkedIn, Facebook , Instagram, X, YouTube - explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more! AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses. Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here: https://aecom.com/au/our-vision-for-reconciliation/. About AECOM AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM. Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too. Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

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Responsibilities

Lead and oversee the delivery of civil engineering design for building and civil projects, ensuring quality, safety, and constructability. Collaborate across disciplines to achieve integrated design outcomes and contribute to business growth and client strategy.