Project Mechanical Lead

**Company Description**:

- “I work for AECOM because we cover a broad engineering landscape which challenges our engineering and consultancy skills through the best projects. The depth of skill and knowledge across the regions means anything is possible.” - _**_Sean O'Leary, Technical Leader, Building Services VIC + SA_**

**Come grow with us.**

Our global portfolio of work comprises the design of iconic and award-winning buildings and landscapes. From strategic planning through to project realisation, the connections we make among people and place provide sustainable outcomes for our clients and the communities we serve. We place a premium on investing in digital capabilities and innovations which bring a unique consistency and efficiency to our scalable work. Together with our clients, we are working to evolve and elevate the built environment across sectors including social infrastructure, transit, technology and logistics, and commercial and corporate real estate, while focusing on solutions that promote long term health and wellbeing for all.

**Everyone belongs at AECOM**

We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a **Fortune 500 Most Admired Company**, a **WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality**, #**Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner**and an **AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer**.

Due to a recent project win, our Building Services Team are looking for a Project Mechanical Lead, based out of Adelaide or Melbourne, to work on an iconic program of works.

How you’ll make a difference:

- Lead the design management and delivery of complex building services design requirements within the Defence and nuclear sector, ensuring technical excellence and strict confidentiality at all stages.
- Oversee and coordinate mechanical team delivery, driving performance to deliver on time, on budget, and in full compliance with scope and quality requirements.
- Provide high-level technical leadership in mechanical design, including complex ventilation systems, advanced manufacturing, laboratories, clean room environments and industrial-type facilities.
- Engage directly with the multi-disciplinary design team, clients and various stakeholders to develop strong relationships, lead design workshops, and deliver drawings, reports, cost plans, and technical documentation.
- Support and mentor junior engineers, fostering a high-performance culture and ensuring alignment of technical delivery across project workstreams.

**Qualifications** The qualities that help you thrive**:

- Ideally, at least 10+ years’ experience as a mechanical services engineer, at Principal or Associate Director level, with a proven track record in delivering technically complex building services projects.
- Chartered Engineer or professional member of relevant professional body.
- Demonstrated design management experience, including technical delivery, project planning, and leadership of mechanical services teams.
- Due to the nature of this project - current (or the ability to obtain) Defence clearance is crucial.

**Additional Information** Why you’ll love working with us**:

- 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
- Flex public holidays - swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
- Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities

**Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?**

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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

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