At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting ports and maritime projects, shaping infrastructure that supports communities and trade.
- Company: Join AECOM, a global leader in infrastructure consulting with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible work options, additional leave, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace committed to professional growth and community engagement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on major maritime projects while growing your career globally.
- Qualifications: Experience in design management or project management within maritime infrastructure is preferred.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
Company Description
AECOM is continuing to grow our Ports and Maritime capability across Australia and we are seeking experienced Design and Project Managers with a strong background in Ports, Coastal and Maritime Infrastructure design to support our expanding pipeline of major projects.
Job Description
We currently have multiple opportunities across Australia, at all levels of experience, as our project pipeline continues to expand. These roles will play a key part in strengthening our Ports & Maritime leadership capability nationally, particularly as we continue building our senior technical, design and project management presence.
How you’ll make a difference
- Lead the design management and delivery of ports and maritime infrastructure projects, including port expansions, marine structures, coastal infrastructure and waterfront developments.
- Own and manage packages of work, taking accountability for scope, program, technical delivery and client outcomes.
- Coordinate with AECOM teams across Australia and across the globe, leveraging our design capability to deliver complex maritime infrastructure projects.
- Act as the client interface, building trusted relationships with port authorities, government agencies and private sector clients.
- Manage project delivery end-to-end, including design and commercial management, programme coordination and multidisciplinary technical integration.
- Provide leadership across maritime and coastal engineering disciplines, ensuring designs align with industry standards and best practice.
- Support the growth of AECOM’s Ports & Maritime capability globally, mentoring engineers and strengthening delivery teams.
Qualifications
- Significant experience as a Design Manager, Technical Lead, Project Manager or Senior Engineer within ports, coastal or maritime infrastructure projects.
- Strong experience managing multidisciplinary design teams across complex maritime infrastructure projects.
- Experience delivering design and planning for ports, marine structures, coastal infrastructure or waterfront developments.
- Demonstrated ability to own and deliver packages of work within major infrastructure programs.
- Strong client engagement and stakeholder management skills, particularly with port authorities, government agencies or major infrastructure clients.
- Experience coordinating teams across multiple offices, regions or international delivery environments.
- A passion for delivering infrastructure that supports coastal communities, trade and long-term economic growth.
Additional Information
Why join AECOM
AECOM is the #1 transportation design firm globally as ranked by ENR for the last 23 years running. We deliver some of the most complex ports, coastal and maritime infrastructure projects across Australia and New Zealand. By joining our teams in Australia, you’ll play a key role in delivering infrastructure that supports trade, connectivity and economic development across the region.
You’ll also benefit from AECOM’s national and global design network, giving you the opportunity to collaborate with leading specialists across ANZ and internationally, while building your career on some of Australia’s most significant maritime infrastructure projects.
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.
- Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better.
- Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities.
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.
AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land on which we, our clients and our communities live and work across 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. 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 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. 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.
Ports & Maritime Design And Project Manager Opportunities Australia employer: AECOM
AECOM is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative work culture, allowing you to engage with diverse engineering disciplines while contributing to impactful Defence and transport projects across Queensland. With a strong emphasis on professional development through AECOM University and flexible work arrangements, you'll find ample opportunities for growth and mentorship, making it a rewarding place to advance your career in civil infrastructure design.
