Overview
AECOM’s Advisory team in Perth is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Principal Consultant with a strong background in business case development and appraisal, who enjoys analysis and problem solving, delivers excellent client service, and is eager to contribute to projects across transport, energy, and water sectors while working closely with a supportive and driven leadership team.
As our population grows, so does demand for safe, expedient, cost-effective transportation. 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, as well as restoring and replacing older infrastructure, allows us to help public and private clients move people and goods in smarter, more advanced, and sustainable ways.
At AECOM, you’ll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued. Everyone belongs at AECOM. We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging because excellent ideas come from diverse perspectives.
Job Description: AECOM’s Advisory team in Perth is seeking a Principal Consultant with a strong background in business case development and appraisal, who enjoys analysis and problem solving, delivers excellent client service, and is eager to contribute to projects across transport, energy, and water sectors while working closely with a supportive and driven leadership team.
How you’ll make a difference
- Delivering advisory services including business case development, project assurance and appraisal, strategic advice, feasibility advice, and infrastructure prioritisation
- Developing reports and presentations to communicate findings to a range of stakeholders, including government and private clients in a variety of sectors
- Leading and managing projects so that projects are delivered on time, to scope and to budget with sound and reliable outcomes
- Leading proposals and other business development activities to support the Infrastructure Advisory and wider AECOM teams
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 considered.
- Strong technical background in advising government clients on business cases, project assurance, and evaluation, particularly within transport engineering or planning
- Proven ability to develop business cases and navigate WA and Federal government funding processes and applications
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex concepts clearly to a range of stakeholders
- Demonstrated project management expertise, with a focus on client relationship building and successful project delivery
Additional Information
Why you’ll love working with us
- Relocation assistance will be provided for the successful candidate
- 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
- 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?
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.
Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
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ReqID: J
Business Line: Water
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: ANZ
Career Area: Planning
Work Location Model: Hybrid
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📌 Senior/Principal Consultant - Advisory (Relocate to Perth)
🏢 Aecom
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