Associate Director Water Resources and Flood Engineer

What youll do

We are seeking an experienced Associate Director - Water Resources and Flood Engineer to join our South East Queensland team in either Brisbane Sunshine Coast or Gold Coast office.

In this influential role you will oversee the development and implementation of comprehensive water resources and flood management strategies while directing a team of engineering professionals. You will be responsible for delivering innovative solutions to complex water management challenges ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and driving strategic initiatives that protect communities and infrastructure from flood risks.

• Lead and mentor a team of water resources and flood engineers fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment
• Develop and oversee flood risk assessments hydraulic modeling studies and water resource management plans for major projects
• Direct the analysis of hydrological data and flood behavior using industry-standard software and modeling tools
• Manage stakeholder engagement and communication with government agencies clients and community representatives
• Ensure all projects comply with Australian water legislation environmental regulations and industry best practices
• Review and approve engineering designs reports and technical documentation
• Stay current with emerging technologies methodologies and regulatory changes in water resources and flood engineering

Qualifications :

What youll bring

• Minimum 15 years of professional experience in water resources engineering flood management or related civil engineering disciplines
• Proven leadership experience managing technical teams and directing complex engineering projects
• Advanced knowledge of hydraulic and hydrological modeling software (HEC-RAS RORB or equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of flood risk assessment methodologies and climate change adaptation strategies
• Comprehensive understanding of Australian water legislation environmental regulations and compliance requirements
• Demonstrated project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
• Professional registration or eligibility for registration as a Professional Engineer in Australia 
• Knowledge of managing mine water with proven exposure to managing water across mining sites and clients (highly advantageous)

If you dont meet every requirement listed we still encourage you to apply. We value diverse experience and perspectives and your application will be considered for this role as well as other opportunities across AECOM where your skills and experience may be a strong fit.

Why join AECOM

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. Here youll have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects collaborate with industry-leading professionals and grow your career in a flexible and inclusive environment.

We offer:

• Flexible work arrangements and multiple career pathways in people management technical discipline leadership or key client management ownership
• A collaborative high-performing team environment with global reach
• Opportunities to work on complex and impactful projects across Australia and globally
• A strong focus on professional development and technical excellence

Ready to Apply

Ready to shape resilient water futures and lead a high-performing team

We would love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us deliver a better world.

Additional Information :

AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders past present and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses.  Find out more about our Australian Reconciliation Action Plan here:  AECOM

AECOM is the worlds trusted infrastructure consulting firm delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation buildings water new energy and the environment our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise a culture of equity diversity and inclusion and a commitment to environmental social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at and @AECOM.

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