Regional Manager - Bridges, Structures & Maritime

Regional Manager - Bridges, Structures & Maritime

• Full-time
• Business Group: DCS
• Legal Entity: AECOM Australia Pty Ltd
• Business Line: Transportation
• Work Location Model: Hybrid
• Operating Group: International
• Primary Location: AU - Brisbane, QLD

Come grow with us.

AECOM is involved in the most interesting and challenging transport infrastructure projects that are shaping the landscape around us and defining the future of Australia and NZ. We live and breathe culture, making sure our lives are integrated with our professional development and we actively enjoy the journey.

Our teams work collaboratively across the world and our transportation experts leverage local knowledge and global capability to help clients navigate challenges and build a better world. Our expertise in planning, designing, and managing transportation systems allows us to help public and private clients move people and goods in smarter, more advanced, and sustainable ways.

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, Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer.

Due to continued growth across our Bridges, Structures & Ports portfolio, we are seeking an experienced leader to join our Brisbane team in a senior leadership capacity.

This role will play a key part in growing our capability across Queensland and supporting opportunities across Australia. You will build strong client relationships while leading a multidisciplinary team delivering complex bridge, structural and maritime infrastructure projects.

As a member of the ANZ Transport Leadership Team, you will also help shape our regional strategy, strengthen collaboration across disciplines and contribute to the growth of AECOM's Bridges, Structures & Ports business.

How you'll make a difference

Build on your industry network to strengthen relationships with transport agencies, port authorities, asset owners and key infrastructure clients, positioning AECOM for new opportunities.

Provide technical and project leadership across bridge, structural and port infrastructure projects, supporting quality, safety, commercial performance and client outcomes.

Champion best practice in engineering design, asset assessment and rehabilitation, supporting innovation in digital engineering and sustainable design.

Connect specialists across transport, civil, structural, maritime, geotechnical and environmental disciplines to deliver integrated solutions.

Build technical and leadership capability, support succession planning and create an inclusive environment where people can grow.

Work with the ANZ Transport Leadership Team to identify priority markets, guide investment and support major pursuits.

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.

Tertiary qualifications in Civil or Structural Engineering, or a related discipline.

Significant experience, typically 15+ years, across bridges, transport structures and/or ports and maritime infrastructure.

A strong technical background in a relevant discipline, with the ability to lead specialists across the broader portfolio.

Proven experience leading and developing teams within an engineering consultancy or professional services environment.

Established relationships within the Queensland infrastructure market, with broader Australian networks highly regarded.

Experience working with transport agencies, port authorities, local government and/or major infrastructure asset owners.

Strong client engagement and business development capability, including experience shaping opportunities and leading successful pursuits.

Commercial awareness, with experience managing project performance, resources, budgets and competing priorities.

A collaborative leadership style, with a focus on technical quality, team development and client outcomes.

RPEQ accreditation, or eligibility to obtain it, with CPEng accreditation highly regarded.

Why you'll love working with us

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

Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year

Volunteer and representation leave

Flex public holidays - swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better

Ready to push the limits of what's possible?

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