Job Description
AECOM's Buildings + Places team is seeking an experienced Associate Director – Vertical Transportation to join our Building Engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity for a senior consultant who combines strong technical expertise with commercial acumen and a passion for delivering exceptional projects.
In this role, you will provide leadership across a diverse portfolio of projects, helping shape vertical transportation solutions for major defence, mixed-use, healthcare, education, sports and infrastructure developments. You will act as a trusted advisor to clients while leading the technical delivery of complex projects, supporting business growth and mentoring the next generation of engineers and consultants.
The role can be based in Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney or Perth.
How you'll make a difference:
1. Lead the technical delivery of vertical transportation projects across all stages of design and construction, providing specialist expertise in lift, escalator and moving walk systems while ensuring quality, compliance and performance outcomes.
2. Drive the development of innovative and efficient vertical transportation solutions through passenger traffic analysis, lift simulation modelling and strategic planning for complex buildings and infrastructure projects.
3. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, developers, architects, contractors and asset owners, acting as a trusted advisor and contributing to business development, project pursuits and market growth opportunities.
4. Provide leadership across asset management, modernisation and advisory services, including condition assessments, technical due diligence and portfolio-wide improvement strategies.
5. Mentor and develop team members while contributing to project planning, commercial management and the continued growth of AECOM's Building Engineering business.
Qualifications
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.
The qualities that help you thrive:
6. Relevant qualifications in engineering, building services, electrical or mechanical disciplines, or equivalent industry experience. Trade qualifications and tertiary education are both valued and will be considered. CPEng or eligibility for NER highly regarded.
7. Significant experience within the vertical transportation industry, ideally gained across the Australian market, with a proven track record delivering complex building and infrastructure projects in a senior consulting, engineering or leadership capacity.
8. Strong technical expertise in the planning, design, specification and assessment of lift, escalator and moving walk systems, supported by experience undertaking or reviewing passenger traffic analysis and lift simulation modelling using Elevate or equivalent software platforms.
9. Sound understanding of relevant Australian standards, codes and industry guidelines, including AS 1735, AS 3000, the National Construction Code and Property Council of Australia recommendations.
10. Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and leadership skills, with a passion for mentoring others and fostering technical excellence within high-performing teams.
Due to the nature of our projects, Australian Citizenship is highly regarded.
Benefits
Why you'll love working with us:
11. Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, full time, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options
12. Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
13. Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
14. Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities
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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