At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

“AECOM has given me the opportunities, support and trust to build a career that's aligned with my ambitions and interests.” Lauren Spring, Sector Manager & Growth Lead - Environment, WA

Come grow with us.





AECOM's environmental practice is dedicated to helping industries, clients and governments meet their environmental responsibilities while protecting the natural environment. We provide advisory and technical services to ensure compliance, manage impacts, and reduce risks, including obtaining permits and approvals, decommissioning and restoring contaminated sites, and tackling climate change challenges and resilience. We focus on preserving habitats, water quality, stakeholder engagement and cultural resources, promoting a holistic approach to environmental impact management at every project stage.

Due to client and project demand, an opportunity exists to establish and grow a Planning capability within our WA Environment business. As the first dedicated planning leader in the team, and with the support of a well-established approvals team behind you, you'll combine project delivery, client engagement and business development to build a robust and sustainable pipeline of work.

How you’ll make a difference

- Lead planning and development approval processes for projects across Western Australia.

- Provide strategic advice on planning pathways under the WA Planning and Development Act and associated planning frameworks.

- Manage engagement with the Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC), Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage (DPLH), local governments and key stakeholders.

- Build and maintain strong client relationships, identifying opportunities and converting them into new work.

- Lead pursuits, proposals and tenders across the development, infrastructure and energy sectors.

- Act as the senior planning reviewer and technical lead for complex planning projects.

- Help establish, grow and mentor a future planning team in Western Australia.

- Contribute to the growth strategy and market presence of the Planning business in WA.

Qualifications

The qualities that help you thrive

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 conside

📌 Associate Director (Australia)
🏢 AECOM Australia
📍 Australia