Technical Director - Building Engineering
* Full-time
* State/Province: Western Australia
* Business Group: DCS
* Legal Entity: AECOM Australia Pty Ltd
* Business Line: B&P - Buildings & Places
* Work Location Model: Hybrid
* Operating Group: International
* Primary Location: AU - Perth, WA - 58 Mounts Bay Road
"I work for AECOM because we cover a broad engineering landscape which challenges our engineering and consultancy skills through the best projects. The depth of skill and knowledge across the regions means anything is possible." – Lana Duboka – Sector Manager, Building Engineering (VIC)
Due to strategic growth, we are looking for a Technical Director level candidate to join our Building Engineering team in Perth. This role offers a rare leadership opportunity within our Building Engineering Team – you will use your technical knowledge to contribute to landmark projects across Australia and New Zealand whilst using your existing local network, to grow our service offering in Western Australia.
How you'll make a difference:
* Lead the delivery of complex, multi-disciplinary building projects across our key markets including health, education, defence, transport, commercial, aviation, sports and data centres throughout Australia.
* Provide technical leadership and governance across your specialised discipline, ensuring compliance with Australian codes, standards, and best‐practice engineering principles.
* Drive innovation and excellence in project execution by reviewing design calculations, specifications, models, and documentation, ensuring high-quality, coordinated outcomes.
* Build and maintain trusted client relationships, supporting business development and securing a strong pipeline of high-profile building services projects.
* Mentor and develop multidisciplinary services engineering team, fostering technical excellence, leadership capability, and a high-performance team culture.
* Strengthen AECOM's Building Services capability across ANZ, contributing to local and national strategy, team growth, and capability development.
The qualities that help you thrive:
* Bachelor of Civil, Structural, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) with (ideally) 20+ years of consultancy experience delivering complex building services engineering projects.
* Chartership with Engineers Australia (CPEng), other equivalent registration and holds or is eligible for state level professional registration.
* Extensive technical expertise in discipline related design, with deep knowledge of Australian codes, standards and regulations.
* Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, capable of engaging clients, contractors, consultants, and senior project teams.
* Proven excellence in project and commercial management, leading multi-disciplinary teams on high-profile, technically challenging projects.
* Demonstrated leadership, emotional intelligence and fostering of a high-performing, technically capable team with the strong team culture.
* Due to the nature of this role candidates with an Australian Citizenship and eligible for Defence Security Clearance are highly preferred. Existing clearance to Baseline or Negative Vetting 1 are preferred.
Why you'll love working with us:
* 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
* Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
* 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.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.
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