Technical Director - Water

In this position you will maintain, and further develop, professional and technical skills to the highest level on all projects you contribute to, or undertake. You will also support the development and training of leading-edge technical skills and understand how to practically apply them in ways that add value to AECOM and its clients. As part of our ANZ Water Team, you will help develop and provide high quality, leading edge sustainable engineering solutions to our clients in wastewater treatment applications. You will be an integral member of the WA Water Team and have broader involvement across our ANZ and Global Water Business Line. You will have clear accountability for AECOM’s strategic, financial and client outcomes within the WI business. You will have key responsibility for:

• Providing an inclusive, diverse and equal opportunity workplace consistent with AECOM’s global policies.
• Maintaining a culture of safety and quality.
• The development and maintenance of strong client relationships.
• Leading and delivering projects within your area of expertise.
• Demonstrating project excellence and driving a culture of accountability.
• Understanding our core WI markets in WA and ANZ and having an outward looking, industry focus for existing and new market areas.
• Development of key internal relationships within AECOM that benefit our business.
• Collaborating with key ANZ staff to identify, capture and deliver key projects.
• Collaborating with the wider AECOM team in Australia and Globally; to contribute, where appropriate, to major projects and projects delivered by other offices and regions.

Minimum Requirements

• To be successful in this role you will be a clear and confident communicator, with a keen interest in further developing your existing skillset but also broadening your experience across a wide range of projects.
• Technical expertise and experience in wastewater treatment process design including conventional and advanced wastewater treatment, biological nutrient removal (BNR), membrane bioreactor (MBR), odour control and biosolids management.
• Past wastewater treatment experience in Australia is desirable.
• Have worked on different stages of wastewater treatment projects i.e. feasibility study, concept design, detailed design; construction supervision and commissioning.
• Recently published or presented paper(s) in a relevant technical area would be highly regarded.
• Commitment to safety and understanding of OH&S best practice and obligations.
• Demonstrated experience working as part of a multidisciplinary project team on complex multimillion-dollar projects with responsibility for outcomes.
• Knowledge and understanding of procurement processes.
• Ability to provide strategic advice to clients and oversee procurement processes.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to develop comprehensive reports and submissions.
• Experience with administering contracts and overseeing the work of contractors, including negotiating variations and managing progress claims.
• Client focused and have established relation with Water Authorities in Australia.
• Knowledge of standards, regulations, codes and legislation in the related discipline.
• Knowledge of Carbon footprint and Greenhouse gas (GHG) accounting of WWTPs is desirable.
• Experience in consulting engineering or a similar local/state government role, with exposure to medium-large and multidisciplinary infrastructure projects.
• Strong client focus, high level of motivation and dedication and the ability work well in a team environment.
• Experience with leading a team would be an advantage.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or civil/environmental engineering (focused on water engineering).
• Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) or equivalent is essential, or working towards.
• Proficient in using BioWin, GPSX GIS (eg. ArcGIS, MapInfo), AutoCAD.
• Technical Papers published in reputable journals over last 5 years.

What we offer

We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business. We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career. When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.