Senior Drainage Engineering Director – Perth in Sydney

Senior Drainage Engineering Director – Perth in Sydney

Sydney Full-Time 121500 - 148500 $ / year (est.) Hybrid
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead innovative drainage projects and design solutions for major infrastructure.
  • Company: Join AECOM, a global leader in infrastructure consulting.
  • Benefits: Flexible work options, additional leave, and professional development opportunities.
  • Other info: Relocation support available for a seamless transition to Perth.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact on communities while enjoying Perth's vibrant lifestyle.
  • Qualifications: 15+ years in drainage engineering with strong leadership skills.

The predicted salary is between 121500 - 148500 $ per year.

Relocate to Perth! Full-time position available in Western Australia with AECOM Australia Pty Ltd.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Our work helps people and communities thrive. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 professionals delivering projects that create a positive impact around the world.

Work and Live in Perth - Relocation Support Available! Perth offers world-class beaches, endless sunshine, shorter commutes and access to some of Australia’s most exciting industries. With relocation assistance available, you can join AECOM’s growing Perth team and work on major projects across Mining, Energy, Defence, Transport and Water.

About the role:

  • Lead the hydraulic design and technical review of stormwater and drainage infrastructure across major projects.
  • Responsibilities include:
    • Leading the hydraulic assessment and design of stormwater and drainage infrastructure for major transport, defence and energy projects.
    • Providing technical leadership in the design of drainage networks, open channel systems, culverts, detention and treatment infrastructure.
    • Overseeing hydrologic and hydraulic modelling, including interpretation of results.
    • Reviewing and approving technical calculations, design models, drawings, reports and specifications.
    • Advising project teams and clients on flood risk, drainage strategy, network performance, design criteria and infrastructure resilience.
    • Supporting delivery from planning and concept design through to detailed design and construction support.
    • Acting as a senior technical reviewer and mentor to developing engineers.
    • Supporting client engagement, work winning and proposal development in the Perth market.
    • Contributing to the growth and maturity of the local drainage and water resources capability.

We are looking for a highly experienced engineering professional with strong technical depth in stormwater and drainage hydraulics, together with the leadership capability to guide teams and support project delivery.

What you'll bring:

  • 15+ years of relevant post-graduate experience.
  • Demonstrated experience in the planning, hydraulic assessment and design of stormwater and drainage networks.
  • Strong capability in stormwater network hydraulics.
  • Experience delivering major infrastructure projects within a consulting or multidisciplinary engineering environment.
  • Ability to provide technical leadership, design review and mentoring across a team.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Sound commercial awareness and the ability to contribute to successful project delivery outcomes.

Qualifications:

  • Tertiary qualifications in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
  • CPEng or equivalent professional registration highly regarded.

Why you'll love working with us:

  • Flexible work arrangements including alternative start/finish times, job-sharing and hybrid work options.
  • Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year.
  • Volunteer and representation leave to support causes important to you.
  • Access to industry-leading projects, technical experts and structured career development pathways.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process. All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia.

Senior Drainage Engineering Director – Perth in Sydney employer: AECO

At AECOM, you'll be part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering significant water infrastructure projects across Australia and New Zealand. We foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and professional growth, offering flexible work arrangements, diverse project opportunities, and clear pathways for career advancement. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the benefits of a supportive and inclusive workplace.

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Contact Details:

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We think you need these skills to ace Senior Drainage Engineering Director – Perth in Sydney

Hydraulic Design
Stormwater Management
Drainage Infrastructure Design
Technical Leadership
Hydrologic and Hydraulic Modelling
Design Review
Client Engagement