Technical Director – Environment and Planning

What will your legacy be Are you excited to be part of the renewable energy transition or keen to influence city shaping projects or passionate about delivering environmental solutions on some of Australias most significant projects If so we would love to hear from you! 

We are a passionate team of environmental impact assessors working within an organisation creating meaningful change both in Australia and around the globe.  Our team is made up of ten environmental impact assessors and we are looking for a Technical Director to join us and lead environmental impact assessments for projects across renewable energy transmission transport (road/rail/ports/air) water and industrial sectors. Our enviable EIS portfolio includes the first offshore wind farm EIS in Australia; longest road tunnel EIS in Australia and the first place based EIS for an infrastructure project in NSW.   

Join our Sydney IAP team in a senior leadership role where you will set the technical direction build trusted client partnerships and drive growth across sectors such as Energy and Transport. 

How youll make a difference  

• Act as a senior technical leader and strategic adviser to clients providing clear practical guidance across complex approval pathways. 
• Take accountability for the performance growth and ongoing development of the Sydney EIA team. 
• Lead and deliver major projects from pursuit to completion including shaping bids winning work and positioning the team for what comes next. 
• Strengthen capability across the group by mentoring consultants and lifting technical and commercial confidence. 
• Apply deep knowledge of State and Commonwealth EIA requirements while balancing risk programme and client outcomes. 

Qualifications :

The qualities that help you thrive  

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired but if you dont tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply all applications will be considered. 

• Proven experience delivering environmental projects in NSW and strong understanding of the relevant planning and approval pathways 
• Ability to take on Project Director responsibilities managing scope schedule budget and risk 
• Growing or established leadership capability with a track record of guiding teams and supporting others 
• Strong technical foundation ideally with REP accreditation or progress towards it supported by relevant tertiary qualifications 

Additional Information :

Why youll 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  
• Swap 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 whats 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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Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youre working from an AECOM office remote location or at a client site you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity diversity and inclusion a safe and respectful workplace where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. Were the worlds trusted global infrastructure firm and were in this together your growth and success are ours too.

Join us and youll get all the benefits of being a part of a global publicly traded firm access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in each persons potential and well help you reach yours.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time