Highways Design Director

15 hours ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia AECOM Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Highways Design Director to lead our team in delivering complex infrastructure projects. As a key member of our Transport Team, you will be responsible for the overall design, development, and delivery of highways projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage a team of engineers and designers in the development of highways design projects from concept to completion.
  • Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to understand project requirements and objectives.
  • Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.
  • Review and approve design documentation, including drawings, specifications, and calculations.
  • Conduct site visits and inspections to monitor progress and ensure compliance with design specifications.
  • Coordinate with other internal teams and external contractors to ensure seamless project delivery.
  • Identify and mitigate risks throughout the design process.
Requirements
  • Demonstrated experience managing complex projects and meeting and exceeding delivery requirements.
  • Experience leading and mentoring a team of professionals to deliver exceptional service.
  • Excellent knowledge of project management, and business management systems and procedures, and financial systems.
  • Strong client engagement and business development experience would be advantageous.
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
  • Proven experience as a Highways Design Manager or similar role, with a minimum of 10 years of experience in highway design.
  • In-depth knowledge of highway design principles, standards, and best practices.
  • Proficiency in industry-standard design software and tools.
About AECOM

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. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. 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 is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at www.aecom.com and @AECOM.

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