Regional Dams Lead, Southeast Queensland at Aecom USA

Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia -

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

Strategic Leadership, Client Relationship Management, Project Delivery, Dams Engineering, Stakeholder Engagement, Mentoring, Commercial Acumen, Digital Innovation, Technical Governance, Market Growth Strategy

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Company Description “Having worked over 20 years, in both consultancies and council, my experience working at AECOM has been refreshing and motivating” - Dominique Keirens, Technical Director - Water Infrastructure Come grow with us. Balancing the world’s need for safe, reliable water with protecting this critical natural resource for the future requires a deep understanding of interconnected systems. We work with clients across the entire project life cycle — from initial planning studies through final construction and operations and maintenance services — on both traditional and alternative project-delivery options (design-build, public-private partnerships and financing). With a robust design and construction division, AECOM offers a unique perspective on designing projects that are fully constructible. 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 Dams group is seeking a motivated and collaborative Regional Lead, based in either our Brisbane, Sunshine Coast or Gold Coast office. In this key leadership role, you’ll help drive market growth, strengthen client relationships, and support the continued development of our talented team in Southeast Queensland. This key leadership role will give you the opportunity to build networks across AECOM in Australia, New Zealand, and globally, from business operations through to management, while working closely with our leading specialists. Elevate your professional profile and carve a career pathway that truly makes a difference. How you’ll make a difference Lead the execution and growth of the Dams strategy in Southeast Queensland, driving client engagement, and successful project delivery across the region. Ensure technical and delivery excellence, maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, governance, and client satisfaction. Foster collaboration and team growth, mentoring staff, championing digital innovation, and building strong relationships with clients and industry partners. Leverage regional and global expertise to drive innovation, implement best practices, and enhance delivery outcomes. 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 A relevant tertiary degree & CPEng. Extensive knowledge and experience in the Australian Dams market and familiarity in working with local government frameworks. A passion for mentoring, leadership & collaboration. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with an ability build relationships and engage with a diverse range of stakeholders at varying levels. Commercial and strategic acumen, with the ability to make informed decisions that balance profitability, efficiency, and market insight. 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 Volunteer and representation leave Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better 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: Queensland Business Group: DCS Legal Entity: AECOM Australia Pty Ltd Business Line: Water Work Location Model: Hybrid Operating Group: International Primary Location: AU - Brisbane, QLD

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Responsibilities

Lead the execution and growth of the Dams strategy in Southeast Queensland by driving client engagement and successful project delivery. Ensure technical excellence and foster team growth through mentoring and the implementation of digital innovation.