Principal Maritime Design Manager - (Anz0005Jz)

The world needs innovators and problem solvers who turn challenges into greater opportunities. We have an insatiable curiosity about solutions to move people and goods safely and efficiently across the globe.  From rail systems mobilising accessible transit, to ports linking land and sea – when it comes to connecting the people and places of tomorrow, the future of transport depends on us.

Jacobs ports and maritime team are growing. We are looking for a Principal Maritime Design Manager to join us in Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney or Perth.

In your role as a Principal Maritime Design Manager your leadership in project delivery of multidisciplinary maritime projects will be of key importance. You will exercise sound judgement and initiative while undertaking both your project delivery responsibilities and design tasks. You will be capable of directing large design teams on major projects, developing, designing, and facilitating the documentation of complex maritime engineering and port planning solutions to exceed client expectations.  

Your focus will be in the areas of maritime infrastructure planning and design, engaging with senior engineers and technical leaders, supporting junior members of the team, delivering outputs and packages for small, medium and large multidisciplinary projects.

You will work collaboratively with other members of the Maritime team, and the wider Jacobs team across multiple disciplines, including mentoring of less experienced staff, leading bids and marketing to external and internal clients. You will be involved in a range of project delivery models.

You will also integrate into the Maritime team, supporting the team initiatives and being fully inclusive of team members in other geographies.

• Extensive experience in Maritime Design and project leadership 
• Extensive project management and design management experience
• Relevant Engineering Qualifications (Chartered professional)
• Up to date knowledge of relevant Australian and international design standards, codes and practices 

Jacobs. A world where you can. 

At Jacobs, we support your personal life and career journeys. From our inclusive employee networks to our positive mental health champions, we're committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be you. With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we've gone beyond traditional ways of working to help you uncover a working arrangement that delivers the flexibility, tools and space to maximise your potential.

We're the 2023 winners of the Consult Australia People First Award for our suite of employee benefits that support all our employees in all stages of their personal and professional lives.

For the 6th consecutive year, we've been named an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (Australia). In New Zealand, we're a founding member of The Diversity Agenda and are committed to making our industry more inclusive and diverse. In Australia, our Reconciliation journey continues to be a considerable focus across all levels of the Jacobs community as we progress our Innovate level Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).

Our Bronze Employer status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTI+ inclusion recognises our progress in creating an environment where our Jacobs employees can bring their whole selves to work.

No matter what drives you, you'll discover a way to cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.

We're an equal opportunity employer and encourage candidates of diverse backgrounds to apply. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply. Jacobs aims to provide cultural safety at our interviews. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are invited to nominate a cultural representative to participate on the interview panel; please let your recruiter know in your application.

Accessibility

Please contact the team if you require support or reasonable adjustments regarding our recruitment process (for example, you need the application form in a different format).

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people from marginalised or underrepresented backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. At Jacobs, we're dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align with every requirement in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles.

Please note: If you are being represented by a recruitment agency you will not be considered, to be considered you will need to apply directly to Jacobs.

AU - Perth Spring Street 

Level 5, Mia Yellagonga, Tower 2, 5 Spring Street

 Perth 6001