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About the Role

AECOM is expanding its Ports and Maritime capability across Australia and is seeking experienced Design and Project Managers with a strong background in Ports, Coastal and Maritime Infrastructure design to support its expanding pipeline of major projects. These roles offer the opportunity to work on complex maritime infrastructure projects while enjoying the lifestyle and natural environment that Australia is known for.

Responsibilities

Lead the design management and delivery of ports and maritime infrastructure projects, including port expansions, marine structures, coastal infrastructure and waterfront developments.
Own and manage packages of work, taking accountability for scope, program, technical delivery and client outcomes.
Coordinate with AECOM teams across Australia and across the globe, leveraging our design capability to deliver complex maritime infrastructure projects.
Act as the client interface, building trusted relationships with port authorities, government agencies and private sector clients.
Manage project delivery end-to-end, including design and commercial management, programme coordination and multidisciplinary technical integration.
Provide leadership across maritime and coastal engineering disciplines, ensuring designs align with industry standards and best practice.
Support the growth of AECOM’s Ports & Maritime capability globally, mentoring engineers and strengthening delivery teams.

Requirements

Significant experience as a Design Manager, Technical Lead, Project Manager or Senior Engineer within ports, coastal or maritime infrastructure projects.
Strong experience managing multidisciplinary design teams across complex maritime infrastructure projects.
Experience delivering design and planning for ports, marine structures, coastal infrastructure or waterfront developments.
Demonstrated ability to own and deliver packages of work within major infrastructure programs.
Strong client engagement and stakeholder management skills, particularly with port authorities, government agencies or major infrastructure clients.
Experience coordinating teams across multiple offices, regions or international delivery environments.
A passion for delivering infrastructure that supports coastal communities, trade and long-term economic growth.

Skills

Design Management
Project Management
Ports Infrastructure
Coastal Infrastructure
Maritime Infrastructure
Client Engagement
Stakeholder Management
Multidisciplinary Team Management

Location

Australia
AU - Sydney, NSW

Work Type

Hybrid

Experience Level

All levels of experience

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
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
Robust global well-being program

About the Company

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 $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025.
AECOM is the #1 transportation design firm globally as ranked by ENR for the last 23 years running.
We deliver some of the most complex ports, coastal and maritime infrastructure projects across Australia and New Zealand.

Equal Opportunity

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.