Company Description
Having worked over 20 years, in both consultancies and council, my experience working at AECOM has been refreshing and motivating" – Dominique Keirens, Technical Director – Water Gold Coast, QLD
Come grow with us. AECOM has been a leader in water system services across ANZ for decades, focusing on innovation and emerging technologies. We specialise in asset management and offer comprehensive planning, design, and construction for water infrastructure. From irrigation to raw water assets, we optimise efficiency, increase ROI, and reduce costs. Trusted by municipal water companies, we ensure safe drinking water, sanitation, and environmental protection. Our solutions—ranging from urban flood protection to hydroelectricity—help create climate‑resilient, water‑sensitive cities that benefit both people and the planet.
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, a Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner, and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer.
Job Overview
AECOM is delivering some of Australia’s most critical water infrastructure projects. With major investment in dam infrastructure and long‑term partnerships with dam owners nationwide, we offer an unparalleled opportunity to work on complex and high‑impact projects across the country.
As part of our industry‑leading Dams team, you’ll contribute to feasibility studies, design, construction, and asset management, collaborating with specialists nationally and internationally to develop sustainable water solutions and mentor the next generation of engineers.
With AECOM’s flexibility, base yourself in either our Sunshine Coast, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Newcastle, Sydney, Perth or Melbourne offices.
How You’ll Make a Difference
- Structural analysis and review of concrete dams, spillways and appurtenant structures.
- Conceptual to detailed design of dams and structural components of dams.
- Inspection, investigation and condition assessment of existing dams.
- Construction support services including inspection of works, evaluation of quality control and quality assurance data and construction reporting.
- Preparation of tenders and proposals & providing mentoring.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated capability in structural design, including the preparation of design reports, design drawings and specifications, ideally within the dam industry.
- You are positive, and see challenges as opportunities to innovate, collaborate and grow.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- You enjoy developing and nurturing relationships with internal stakeholders, clients as well as the local industry, whether through project work, client initiatives or industry associations.
- A degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or a related discipline (essential).
Additional Information
- 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.
Legal and Cultural Statement
AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses. Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here:
About AECOM
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to programme and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, recent 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 $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
ReqID: J
Business Line: Water
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: ANZ
Career Area: Engineering
Work Location Model: Hybrid
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