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AECOM Technical Director, Transport - SEQ (Project Management) in Gold Coast, Australia
Company Description
“AECOM has given me so many opportunities to grow. The projects I work on are city-shaping and always different.” – Sarah Whitehouse, Transport Team Lead, Auckland NZ
Come grow with us.
As our population grows, so does demand for safe, expedient, cost-effective transportation. 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, as well as restoring and replacing older infrastructure, allows us to help public and private clients move people and goods in smarter, more advanced, and sustainable ways. At AECOM, you’ll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued.
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
Join AECOM’s Transport Group in South-East Queensland as a Technical Director, with a strong focus on project management. You will step into a dynamic role that blends leadership, innovation and project delivery. This is an exciting opportunity to guide a talented multidisciplinary group of professionals as a project leader for the delivery of complex, region-shaping projects.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
Oversee the planning, execution, and successful delivery of major transport infrastructure projects. Your project management skills will be crucial in ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, coordinate with various stakeholders, and implement best practices in project management to drive efficiency and excellence in project outcomes.
Cultivate a culture of excellence, inspiring teams to deliver high-quality results that achieve or exceed client expectations.
Engage regularly with clients, allowing you to forge strong relationships and truly understand their needs, which is essential for driving satisfaction and securing repeat business. Your reputation for delivering exceptional results will help enhance AECOM's standing in the market.
Identify opportunities to expand our portfolio, lead proposal efforts, and enhance AECOM’s presence in the market. Your skills and vision will be instrumental in winning new projects and shaping the future of our strategic initiatives.
If you’re a motivated leader with a passion for delivering impactful solutions, this position offers you the chance to make a significant difference in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.
Join us, and let’s create a legacy of excellence together.
What will a day in this role look
Lead major transport infrastructure projects, focusing on culture, project performance, and relationships with clients and contractors.
Collaborate with an industry-leading team on large-scale transport projects across Queensland and Australia.
Foster a culture of technical excellence and collaboration within multidisciplinary teams.
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, customers, and partners.
Drive business success by leading strategy development, digital delivery initiatives, and integrating innovative technologies.
Qualifications
The qualities that help you thrive:
Tertiary qualification in engineering with 20+ years of experience, suitable to hold (or obtain) RPEQ status in Queensland.
Proven experience as Project Manager for major transport infrastructure projects, including work with TMR.
Knowledge of the Queensland consulting services market, including Business Cases, D&C, ECI, and ETI delivery.
Strong leadership with a focus on achieving results, growing teams, and balancing priorities.
Excellent client relationships, business development experience, and understanding of resourcing planning and forecasting.
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
26 weeks paid parental leave, 2 weeks paid partner leave and up to 12 weeks paid alternative primary carer leave
Private health insurance, free annual flu vaccinations, skin checks and eye health checks
Life and income protection plans, personal travel insurance discounts
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.
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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.
ReqID: J10120983
Business Line: Transportation
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: ANZ
Career Area: Engineering
Work Location Model: Hybrid
Legal Entity: AECOM Australia Pty Ltd