Job Description

Balancing the world's need for safe, reliable water with protecting this critical natural resource for the future requires a deep understanding of interconnected systems.

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We work with clients across the entire project life cycle — from initial planning studies through final construction and operations and maintenance services — on both traditional and alternative project-delivery options (design-build, public-private partnerships and financing).

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With a robust design and construction division, AECOM offers a unique perspective on designing projects that are fully constructible.

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Job Description

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Due to significant contract awards within our ANZ Water business, we are expanding our Water Infrastructure Team in South East Queensland (SEQ); these awards bring a secure 10‐year pipeline of work that allows you to base yourself in our Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast, or Brisbane offices.

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The Water Infrastructure group provides services to a range of internal and external clients on projects covering water and wastewater treatment, dams, asset management, major conveyance, industrial, civil infrastructure, mining, and defence sectors, with a key focus on supporting sustainable outcomes for our clients and the communities they serve.

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By joining our team, you will work alongside industry‐leading experts and have the opportunity to collaborate with interstate and international offices.

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How you'll make a difference

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- Play a key role in technical practice leadership for the civil group.

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- Provide technical guidance to the team, mentor junior engineers and designers, and contribute to the growth of our talent pipeline.

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- Get involved in managing and completing projects from inception through the bidding, concept design, detailed design, tendering, and construction support phases.

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- Ensure all quality assurance processes are followed, delivering projects on time and within budget for planning, design, and/or construction support.

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- Build and maintain solid relationships with various clients across a range of sectors.

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Qualifications

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The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don't tick all the boxes, you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply — all applications will be considered.

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- Relevant tertiary qualifications and RPEQ / CPEng.

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- Ideally, 12+ years of relevant experience.

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- Demonstrated experience in water and/or wastewater projects, including civil water networks, hydraulic/pump selection, transient analysis, buried structural pipe calculations, and thrust block design.

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- Knowledge of applicable Australian codes and standards.

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- Passion for delivering high‐quality work, mentoring, leadership, collaboration, and excellent client and stakeholder engagement skills.

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Benefits

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- Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part‐time, job‐sharing, and hybrid work options.

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- Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year.

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- Volunteer and representation leave.

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- Flexible public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better.

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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.

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📌 Civil Lead - Water Infrastructure (Gold Coast)
🏢 AECO
📍 Gold Coast