Senior Manager, Infrastructure Advisory (Management Consulting)

Want to bring ideas to life?You’re in the right place. We’ve been a leading design, engineering and advisory company for decades. So why choose Aurecon? It really comes down to one, crucial question: what kind of world do you want to create for the next generation? Truth is, the decisions being made right now will determine the future of everything – from the local community to the sustainability of our clients’ businesses – to the entire planet. Infrastructure Advisory is at the front end of decision making with our clients. If you are a management consultant but looking for a more authentic, grounded career step at an established brand with a future focus, Aurecon is the place to do it. Just ask many of our team who have made that leap.How will your ideas contribute to shaping what’s next?In this position you will join our Infrastructure Advisory business, where you will play an integral role in the delivery of our Management Consulting services to public and private clients, across a range of markets including transport, resources, energy and built environment.Working on projects across Australia, you will have the opportunity to work in a diverse range of engagements including strategic assessments, business cases and feasibility studies, economic development initiatives and complex project delivery assignments. Our teammates are working on major cost and strategy transformation for social housing, developing strategies for the future of some of our largest water authorities, planning the future of emerging renewable energy zones or optimising asset performance for a telecommunications carrierYou will be joining a team of forward-thinking professionals coming from a range of diverse backgrounds and will have the opportunity to work with some of the most influential and talented leaders in the industry.While every day and project is different, your primary responsibilities will include:

• Developing hypothesis based approaches to solving complex business problems
• Lead and support business transformation initiatives, collaborating across various functional teams to drive improvement outcomes
• Solve complex client problems through a combination of analytics and stakeholder engagement, accessing Aurecon’s wider technical expertise to shape opportunities
• Conducting diagnostics to pinpoint optimisation opportunities and prepare for change in areas such as business improvements and operating model (re) design
• Reevaluating existing business practices and influencing key stakeholders in the development of future state processes and operating models.
• Assessing investment priorities and the overall impact of changes on various business aspects, including governance, capabilities, and systems.
• Providing detailed updates to leadership and stakeholders, encompassing statistics, trends, and forthcoming developments.
• Developing and leading client workshops and aiding in the enhancement of capabilities through coaching, training, and mentorship.
• Responsible for both producing and ensuring high quality client deliverables
• Managing a consulting team to achieve the above.

How will your future be shaped by us?Joining Aurecon means you’ll be at the award-winning edge of innovation and sustainability. AFR ranked us Top 5 among sustainability leaders and Top 3 of all innovative companies in professional services. One Consult awarded us an innovative design award. Plus, we were Consult Australia’s large firm of the year.You really can bring your whole self to work and be confident your voice will be heard. We don’t just claim we’re inclusive and innovative, as proven by the independent awards and accreditations we’ve gained. We’ve been recognised for our innovation culture, gender equality and our LGBTQI+ inclusion. Plus, we have a robust Reconciliation Action Plan – our fourth edition since 2014.On a personal level you’ll have access to flexible work hours, remote work, working holidays, part-time and job share options. When it comes to your development, you’ll be a part of our Advisory Development Academy, and have the option to build your technical mastery in the Aurecon Design Academy which earns you a Graduate Certificate in Design Management from the prestigious RMIT University. Plus, you’ll be supported on every step of your career journey with mentoring, leadership training and our Career Hub. Outside of work, you’ll be further supported with competitive paid parental leave, cultural public holiday swaps, plus wellbeing support programmes.What are we looking for from you?You’ll have a genuine passion for re-imagining problems and continuous learning to help shape the future.We value that each of our team members brings something different to Aurecon. We look for people who have had a broad range of experiences throughout their career and can demonstrate how they have worked as part of a team to bring ideas to life.Alongside your industry experience in similar Management Consulting, engineering consulting, or equivalent roles, you’ll also have:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., finance, economics, engineering, public policy).
• 7+ years of experience in Infrastructure Advisory, Management Consulting or a related field
• Strong understanding of infrastructure sectors, including transportation, energy, resources, water, precincts and social infrastructure.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to handle financial models, conduct risk assessments, and evaluate project feasibility.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks, government policies, and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations in infrastructure projects.
• Proven ability to communicate complex concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, both verbally and in structured persuasive writing.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships, collaborate effectively, and work within multidisciplinary teams.

Think you know Aurecon? You may be surprised.Aurecon’s strength has always been our people. It’s our people who build our shared purpose and bring ideas to life. It’s our people who imagine and co-create with our clients a better future for people and the planet. Of course, you’ll probably know lots of our award-winning projects. The new Allianz Stadium in Sydney? That was us. Tāmaki Regeneration in Auckland? That was us too. And the Tseung Kwan O Interchange in Hong Kong? You guessed it, us. So, when you join us, you’ll be joining a community working together to tackle some of the world’s most complex challenges.Ready to bring ideas to life?Then please apply. Remember, it’s you and how you bring ideas to life which are important. Your background, unique needs and individuality will be valued. Visit our website to learn more at www.aurecongroup.com