Team Lead - Aviation at Aecom USA

, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Business Development Strategy, Client Relationship Management, Proposal Preparation, Tender Management, Project Execution, Profitability Management, Multi-disciplinary Integration, Technical Expertise, Project Management Oversight, Technical Excellence, Airside Infrastructure Engineering Design, Pavement Design, Pavement Condition Assessment, Team Leadership, Mentoring, Stakeholder Management

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”. Aviation - Duncan Price, ANZ Aviation Client Director Come grow with us. AECOM sets the pace for airport and aviation development programs globally. Our aviation specialists assist clients at every project stage, from master planning and program definition through design, construction, and project closeout. This comprehensive experience allows us to develop programs that anticipate the realities of functional planning, design, construction, and commissioning, ensuring successful project outcomes. Job Description We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Aviation Team Lead to spearhead the growth and delivery of our Aviation services from our Brisbane office. This leadership role is pivotal in driving project execution, securing new business, and fostering strong client relationships, with a primary focus on the Queensland market. The successful candidate will manage projects for a diverse client base, including international and regional commercial airports and the Australian and New Zealand Defence Forces’ (ADF/NZDF) portfolio of airfields. The role also involves key collaboration and support for our wider teams across Australia and New Zealand. Job Description We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Aviation Team Lead to spearhead the growth and delivery of our Aviation services from our Brisbane office. This leadership role is pivotal in driving project execution, securing new business, and fostering strong client relationships, with a primary focus on the Queensland market. The successful candidate will manage projects for a diverse client base, including international and regional commercial airports and the Australian and New Zealand Defence Forces’ (ADF/NZDF) portfolio of airfields. The role also involves key collaboration and support for our wider teams across Australia and New Zealand. What will a day in this role look like: Develop and execute a comprehensive business development strategy to target and secure new aviation work across Queensland. Cultivate and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with a diverse range of clients, including international and regional commercial airport operators and key stakeholders within the ADF/NZDF airfields portfolio. Lead the preparation of high-quality proposals, tenders, and expressions of interest for both commercial and defence aviation projects, ensuring clear alignment with client needs. Take overall responsibility for the successful and profitable delivery of complex aviation projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the client's satisfaction. Work closely with other discipline leads (e.g., Civil, Electrical, Structural) to integrate multi-disciplinary inputs effectively into aviation-specific projects. Provide technical expertise and project management oversight to support key aviation projects being delivered by teams in other Australian and New Zealand offices as required. Drive technical excellence across our ANZ Aviation portfolio. Participate in AECOM’s Global Aviation Technical Academy and have 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. Demonstrated experience working with either commercial airport clients (international or regional) and/or the Defence sector (ADF/NZDF), understanding their distinct procurement, security, and technical requirements. Proven track record of successfully leading, mentoring, and managing a technical project delivery team. A relevant tertiary qualification in Engineering, Aviation Management, or a related field. Professional accreditation (e.g., Chartered Engineer / RPEQ) is highly desirable. 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! 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 $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022. 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. 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. State/Province: Queensland Business Group: DCS Legal Entity: AECOM Australia Pty Ltd Business Line: Transportation Work Location Model: Hybrid Operating Group: International Primary Location: AU - Brisbane, QLD

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Responsibilities

The Team Lead will be responsible for developing and executing a business development strategy focused on securing new aviation work across Queensland, while cultivating strong client relationships with commercial airport operators and Defence stakeholders. This role also involves taking overall responsibility for the successful and profitable delivery of complex aviation projects, ensuring alignment with client needs and timely completion.