Civil Engineer

Overview

Civil Engineer - Transport Infrastructure - Relocate to Rockhampton – Join AECOM as part of the Transport Team in Rockhampton. Relocation is on offer for the right candidate.

As the demand for safe, efficient, and cost-effective transportation grows, AECOM provides comprehensive services from concept to completion and beyond. We specialise in planning, designing, and managing transportation systems, and we support public and private clients in moving people and goods sustainably, with a strategic focus on renewable energy and the electrification and decarbonisation of transportation.

We are looking for an experienced Civil Engineer based in Rockhampton to work on a wide variety of regionally significant transport and general civil planning and design projects, establishing and building client relationships, and leading people. We are open to Engineers from Principal to Associate Director level with significant experience in Transport Infrastructure.

Working as part of a high-performing, close-knit regional team, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with industry peers nationally to create whole-of-business success.

What will a day in this role look like

• Lead general civil work including road design and urban precinct planning projects for both government and private sector clientele.
• Act as Project Manager / Technical Lead on a range of projects, including business development practices, proposal writing, and bidding for civil infrastructure projects.
• Work closely with a range of engineers across Australia, delivering transport design services on various transport infrastructure projects.
• Partake in Team Leader responsibilities across the local Transport Business including managing, training and mentoring junior team members and financial reporting on projects.
• Participate in business and strategic planning activities for the team, collaborating with internal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with RPEQ and ideally 12+ years experience for a consultancy, local Council or State Government Department
• A future leader with an interest in succession and long-term growth within a global organisation
• Extensive design and/or project management experience with State Government or local council civil infrastructure and transport projects
• Proven knowledge of Australian Standards and a track record of applying your technical knowledge when delivering projects
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills when dealing with a variety of internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to work collaboratively at both internal and external, client-facing levels, developing new client relationships and maintaining existing networks within the business

Additional Information / Benefits

• 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
• Volunteer and representation leave
• Flexible public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better

Why you'll love working with us

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.

Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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About AECOM

AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services from advisory to construction management. We are a Fortune 500 firm and are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion, and environmental, social and governance priorities.

ReqID: J10133439 | Business Line: Transportation | Business Group: DCS | Strategic Business Unit: ANZ | Career Area: Engineering | Work Location Model: On-Site | Legal Entity: AECOM Australia Pty Ltd

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