Company Description
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At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of nearly 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
This position is based in our Perth office in Western Australia with full relocation assistance provided for suitable candidates interested in joining a global team of multidisciplinary engineers, designers, planners, project managers and advisors.
Job Description
The Project Director, Highways will operate across major projects and is crucial to the success of any infrastructure project. You will be responsible for the overall design, development and delivery, including having the ultimate carriage on any technical decision as well as ensuring projects are delivered within the program. This is a senior-level role that requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and highly advanced project management skills.
With an eye for the market and a collaborative personality, you will also drive a strong client-centric culture, helping to position the team for success.
This position offers career growth potential and provides an opportunity for you to play an instrumental role in the Transport Team, to help develop and mentor the next generation.
What will a day in this role look like:
Lead and manage a team of engineers and designers in the development of highways design projects from concept to completion.
Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to understand project requirements and objectives.
Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.
Review and approve design documentation, including drawings, specifications, and calculations.
Conduct site visits and inspections to monitor progress and ensure compliance with design specifications.
Coordinate with other internal teams and external contractors to ensure seamless project delivery.
Identify and mitigate risks throughout the design process.
Qualifications
What are we looking for from you?
Demonstrated experience managing complex projects and meeting and exceeding delivery requirements.
Experience leading and mentoring a team of professionals to deliver exceptional service.
Excellent knowledge of project management, business management systems and procedures, and financial systems.
Strong client engagement and business development experience would be advantageous.
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
Proven experience as a Highways Design Manager or similar role, with a minimum of 10 years of experience in highway design.
In-depth knowledge of highway design principles, standards, and best practices.
Proficiency in industry-standard design software and tools.
Additional Information
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.
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.
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.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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