Civil Engineer Aviation

Due to continued growth in our Sydney aviation team and a strong pipeline of airport infrastructure projects across NSW and ANZ were looking to bring on a Principal Civil Engineer Aviation Pavements to help lead and shape our expanding capability.

This is a key role within a growing team where youll work on major airfield projects including runways taxiways and aprons while also playing a part in mentoring emerging talent and strengthening our presence in the Sydney aviation market.

As part of a growing Sydney-based aviation team you will:

• Lead the technical delivery of complex airfield pavement projects including runways taxiways and aprons across Sydney NSW and the broader ANZ region

• Act as a trusted technical lead providing guidance on pavement design rehabilitation strategies and airfield compliance (ICAO CASA FAA)

• Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary design teams ensuring quality consistency and timely delivery across all project phases

• Build strong relationships with key aviation clients contributing to repeat work extensions and new project opportunities

• Support and contribute to bids and proposals bringing practical delivery insight and helping position AECOM for key aviation pursuits

• Mentor and develop junior to mid-level engineers helping grow capability within the Sydney aviation and pavements team

• Balance technical delivery with project leadership responsibilities including oversight of scope program and commercial performance

• Contribute to the ongoing growth of the Sydney aviation team sharing knowledge improving processes and strengthening our market presence

Qualifications :

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.

• A proactive solutions-focused mindset with the ability to take ownership and drive outcomes

• Strong technical curiosity with a desire to stay close to design while stepping into broader leadership responsibilities

• Confidence working in complex multidisciplinary environments balancing competing priorities with ease

• A natural relationship builder who enjoys working closely with clients and internal teams

• A collaborative leadership style with a genuine interest in mentoring and developing others

• Commercial awareness and an understanding of how projects are delivered successfully from both a technical and financial perspective

• Clear and confident communication style with the ability to influence and guide decisions

• Adaptability and resilience particularly when working across fast-paced aviation projects and live operational environments

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         
• Medical life and income protection cover provided
• Flex public holidays swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better

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