At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead hydraulic design and technical review of stormwater and drainage infrastructure for major projects.
- Company: Join AECOM, a global leader in infrastructure consulting.
- Benefits: Flexible work options, additional leave, and access to industry-leading projects.
- Other info: Relocation support available for a seamless transition to Perth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on significant infrastructure projects while enjoying Perth's vibrant lifestyle.
- Qualifications: 15+ years in stormwater and drainage design with strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 113400 - 138600 $ per year.
Relocate to Perth! Full-time position in Western Australia with AECOM Australia Pty Ltd.
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In this role, you will lead the hydraulic design and technical review of stormwater and drainage infrastructure across major projects, focusing on practical, buildable and technically robust outcomes.
Your responsibilities are likely to 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 and integration into design outcomes.
- 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 across the team.
- 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.
- The 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.
The following key skills would be highly advantageous:
- Experience across major road corridors, rail, Defence, aviation, renewables or other major infrastructure sectors.
- Familiarity with relevant design standards, policies and guidance.
- Proficiency with relevant software used in drainage and hydraulic design.
- Experience in technical governance, independent design review and project assurance.
- Existing client relationships and market presence within Western Australia.
- Experience supporting the growth of a technical team or discipline capability.
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.
- Flex public holidays, giving you greater choice over how and when you take leave.
Come grow with us and help deliver a better world.
Perth Drainage Leader – Senior Associate Director in Brisbane employer: AECOM Corporation
AECOM is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture, offering graduate engineers the chance to engage in innovative projects while benefiting from flexible work options. With a strong commitment to employee growth through mentoring, networking, and essential consulting skills training, AECOM empowers its staff to thrive in their careers while contributing to meaningful infrastructure solutions in Sydney's vibrant environment.
