Job Information
AECOM Civil Team Lead - Relocate to Adelaide in Sydney, Australia
Company Description
“Varied contributions and ideas are valued, understanding that the best outcome is delivered through an effective team that are working towards a common goal” ” – Dominique Keirens, Technical Director – Water
Come grow with us.
Become part of our dynamic Water business which boasts around 600 experts across Australia and New Zealand and 6000 globally. Collaborate with top-tier civil, mechanical, electrical, and process engineers to deliver a variety of captivating projects, from small initiatives to large-scale ventures, all the way from concept to completion. 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.
If you are looking to take the next step in your career, or you are coming from another city to establish yourself in Adelaide – AECOM will support you in deepening your technical expertise and growth potential whilst allowing you to enjoy the benefits of Australia’s most liveable city.
Due to an internal move, our Civil Team in Adelaide is looking for an engaging and collaborative Team Lead to provide leadership, market engagement and to assist in growing our team.
As a contemporary leader, you will promote a culture of teamwork and technical excellence. This role will give you the opportunity to network across all areas of the business and with our leading specialists in ANZ and globally, building your professional profile and carving a career pathway that will make a difference.
Job Description
What will a day in this role look like?
Lead and mentor a team of civil engineers, designers, and drafters while fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.
Manage resourcing, project delivery, and operational support to ensure high-quality outcomes on time and within budget.
Apply civil engineering expertise to deliver projects from strategy and detailed design to execution across diverse markets.
Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, driving successful project outcomes across various sectors.
Champion a culture of technical excellence, teamwork, and professional development through leadership, feedback, and support.
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.
What are we looking for from you?
Tertiary qualifications in civil engineering & CPEng (highly regarded)
Working knowledge of transport infrastructure design principles and Australian standards (e.g. Austroads Guide to Road Design)
Approx 12+ years experience delivering multi-disciplinary projects for a variety of Clients including DIT and Defence
Project management experience including client engagement, proposals, and design management.
Strong engineering judgement with experience leading design and development.
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.
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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: J10115882
Business Line: Water
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: ANZ
Career Area: Engineering
Work Location Model: Hybrid
Legal Entity: AECOM Australia Pty Ltd