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Aecom
Civil Engineer
Posted: 10 January
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Civil Engineer - Transport Infrastructure - Relocate to Rockhampton

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Company Description A welcoming workplace is core to our vision - a world where infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Come grow with us. As the demand for safe, efficient, and cost-effective transportation grows, AECOM provides comprehensive services from concept to completion and beyond. Our transportation experts leverage local knowledge and global capability to help clients navigate challenges and build a better world. Specialising in planning, designing, and managing transportation systems, we also restore and upgrade aging infrastructure. We support public and private clients in moving people and goods sustainably, with a strategic focus on renewable energy and the electrification and decarbonisation of transportation. 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, Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer.


Job Description

Our Transport Team are looking for an experienced Civil Engineer based in Rockhampton. This opportunity presents the chance for an experienced Civil Engineer to work on a wide variety of regionally significant transport and general civil planning and design projects, establishing and building existing client relationships, and leading people. We are looking to speak with Engineers from Principal to Associate Director level with significant experience in Transport Infrastructure. Please note: Relocation is on offer for the right candidate. Working as part of a high performing, close‑knit regional team that consists of over 30 engineers, scientists and designers, you will also have the opportunity to collaborate with industry renowned peers nationally across our organisation to create whole‑of‑business success.


Responsibilities

* Lead general civil work including road design and urban precinct planning projects for both government and private sector clientele.
* Act as Project Manager / Technical Lead on a range of projects, including partaking in business development practices, proposal writing, bidding for civil infrastructure projects.
* Work closely with a range of engineers across Australia, delivering key transport design services on a variety of transport infrastructure projects.
* Partake in Team Leader responsibilities across the local Transport Business including managing, training and mentoring junior team members to aid their professional development, financial reporting on projects.
* Actively partake in business and strategic planning activities for the team, with the wider business effectively collaborating with a range of internal stakeholders.


Qualifications

* Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with RPEQ and ideally 12+ years experience for a consultancy, local Council or State Government Department.
* A future leader with an interest in succession and long‑term growth within a global organisation.
* Extensive design and/or project management experience with State Government or local council civil infrastructure and transport projects.
* Proven knowledge of Australian Standards and a track record of applying your technical knowledge when delivering projects.
* Outstanding written and verbal communication skills when dealing with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
* Ability to work collaboratively at both an internal and external, client‑facing level, developing new client relationships and maintaining existing networks within the business.


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.
* Volunteer and representation leave.
* Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better.


Application Guidance

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. Learn more about life at AECOM through our LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube.

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Business Line: Transportation | Business Group: DCS | Strategic Business Unit: ANZ | Career Area: Engineering | Work Location Model: On‑Site

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