Aviation Lead at Aecom USA

Hamilton City, Waikato, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 May, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Aviation Infrastructure Engineering, Pavement Design, Pavement Condition Assessment, Project Delivery, Design Management, Client Relationship Management, Technical Leadership, Business Development, Strategic Planning, CASA Standards, FAA Standards, IATA Standards, ICAO Standards, Construction Phase Services, Team Management, Infrastructure Planning

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Company Description 'I enjoy working for the AECOM Aviation Team as it offers the opportunity to work on impactful projects alongside great people and clients, in a dynamic environment that leverages our truly global capabilities and supports my continued professional growth.' Duncan Price - ANZ Aviation Client Director Come grow with us. AECOM is involved in the most interesting and challenging transport infrastructure projects that are shaping the landscape around us and defining the future of Australia and NZ. We live and breathe culture, making sure our lives are integrated with our professional development and we actively enjoy the journey. Our teams work collaboratively across the world and our transportation experts leverage local knowledge and global capability to help clients navigate challenges and build a better world. Our expertise in planning, designing, and managing transportation systems allows us to help public and private clients move people and goods in smarter, more advanced, and sustainable ways. 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 We are looking for a leader who is experienced in Aviation and/or Pavements to lead our Aviation & Pavements team in Melbourne. In this role you will lead a team of engineers to win and deliver projects for clients including major road authorities, international and regional commercial airport clients, and for the Australian and New Zealand Defence Forces’ portfolio of airfields. What will a day in this role look like: Lead, manage and inspire our team in a range of aviation and pavement projects in Melbourne and across ANZ. Drive technical excellence across our ANZ Aviation portfolio. Develop business growth opportunities with AECOM’s Clients and construction partners, working together with the Aviation Growth Director and other client partners. Participate in the development and execution of our ANZ Aviation business strategy. Participate in AECOM’s Global Aviation Technical Academy and the Aviation Tech Ex group. Active involvement in the Aviation Technical Practice Group, comprised of a network of 850+ peers around the globe. Qualifications The qualities that help you thrive 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. Ideally 15+ years’ experience in airside infrastructure engineering design, aviation pavement design, pavement condition assessment and evaluation. Experience in interpreting, organising, executing and coordinating the development, capture and delivery of major aviation and transport infrastructure projects. Experience in project delivery and leadership as Project Director and/or Project Manager, Design Management and construction phase services monitoring across disciplines. Demonstrated client relationship management, with strong communication skills and an ability to positively influence those around you. Comprehensive knowledge of standards and guidelines from different organizations and authorities including CASA (Civil Aviation Safety Authority), FAA (Federal Aviation Administration), IATA (International Air Transport Association) and ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) Additional Information Why you’ll love working with us Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year Reward and recognition programme and long service awards 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! At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment. 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 2025. 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. State/Province: Victoria Business Group: DCS Legal Entity: AECOM Australia Pty Ltd Business Line: Transportation Work Location Model: Hybrid Operating Group: International Primary Location: AU - Melbourne, VIC - Collins Square

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Responsibilities

Lead and inspire the Aviation and Pavements team in Melbourne to deliver projects for road authorities, commercial airports, and defense airfields. Drive technical excellence and business growth while contributing to the ANZ Aviation business strategy and global technical practice.