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Design Manager – Water Infrastructure

Aecom

Trusted global infrastructure consulting firm delivering engineering, design, construction management services.

Lead design delivery for large water infrastructure projects, ensuring quality, schedule, budget.

5 days ago ago

Experienced (8-12 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years)

Full Time

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Hybrid

Company Size

51,000 Employees

Service Specialisms

Engineering

Construction Services

Project Management

Design

Architecture

Consulting

Environmental Services

Program Management

Sector Specialisms

Industrial

Agriculture, Food & Beverage

Automotive & Heavy Equipment & Machinery

Data Centers & Digital Infrastructure

High Performance Logistics

Energy

Renewable Energy

Grid Modernization

Role

Description

project delivery

design delivery

team collaboration

quality assurance

budget management

Work collaboratively with leaders across our ANZ team for delivery of the projects, as well as assisting with project resourcing and business initiatives.
Ensure projects are delivered within the constraints of quality, time and budget.
You will be responsible for overall design delivery including having the ultimate carriage on any design project decisions.

Requirements

tertiary qualification

client management

communication

water infrastructure

engineering design

project delivery

Relevant tertiary qualifications and consulting experience.
Client relationship / management skills and experience.
Excellent communication skills and high quality technical and non-technical report writing.
Utilise your water infrastructure expertise, leadership, coordination and communication skills to successfully engage and guide project delivery teams, whilst working with closely with end clients and contractors.
Experience in water infrastructure engineering and design.
Proven track record in the successful delivery of large projects on time, within budget and outstanding quality.

Benefits

Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options
Volunteer and representation leave

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

Launched as a bold independent infrastructure consultancy from a merger of five legacy firms dating back over a century.
Handles everything from geotech to electro-mechanical systems, as seen in the award-winning Romaine Hydroelectric Complex in Canada.
Guides projects through every lifecycle stage in transportation, buildings, water systems, energy, and environmental sectors.

Culture + Values

Safety first - We put safety at the core of everything we do.
Integrity - We act with the highest ethical standards.
Collaboration - We believe in the power of teamwork.
Innovation - We embrace creativity and foster new ideas.
Sustainability - We are committed to creating a sustainable future.

Environment + Sustainability

Focus on decarbonization across client projects and operations.
Developed strategies for climate resilience and adaptation.
Initiated projects that contribute to sustainable infrastructure and urban planning.

Inclusion & Diversity

Committed to increasing racial and ethnic diversity across the company.
Implemented programs to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.

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Careers at AECOM

Born 1990

Year of Formation

The company was formed in 1990 through the merger of five legacy firms.

$16B annual revenue

Annual Revenue

The company generates over $16 billion in revenue annually and ranks highly in ENR's global design firm lists.

Megaprojects delivery

Project Scope

The company is known for delivering megaprojects such as cable-stayed bridges, Olympic venues, ports, transit hubs, and disaster recovery works.

50% gender parity

Gender Parity Target

Aim to achieve gender balance in leadership positions by 2030.

35% increase

Women Leadership Growth

Achieved significant growth in women representation in leadership roles in 2022.

150+ countries

Global Presence

The company operates in over 150 countries worldwide.

2040

Net Zero Carbon Target

Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2040.

50%

Emission Reduction Target

Committed to reducing operational carbon emissions by 50% by 2030.