Design Manager, Defence

Full time

Attractive package, training and flexible working.

As an engineer you're no doubt aware of Aurecon - we've been a leading design, engineering and advisory company for decades. But why should you choose to join us?

Every project Aurecon delivers leaves a legacy. Every project has sustainability embedded in decision making. And every project is at the leading-edge of technical eminence.

But it really comes down to one, crucial question: what kind of world do you want to create for the next generation? Truth is, the decisions being made right now will determine the future of everything - from the local community to the entire planet. One of those decisions is: who do you decide to work for?

As our new Water Engineer, you'll be a vital part of the team who are tackling and managing challenging water projects across a project lifecycle, with strong focus on planning, strategizing, options development, design and construction. Some of the key Clients that you will have the opportunity to work with include some of WA's largest Resource Clients, National Government Agencies and Water Authorities, among others. Your role will include:

• The development of feasibility, concept design and detailed design based on project requirements. Understanding of Client problems through interpretation of scope, and effectively communicating solutions and options to the Client in simple terms through clear and concise report writing. Depending on experience, there are opportunities to lead a team through these, or to be a part of the team, learning on the job and contributing to the overall project objectives.
• Providing discipline specific engineering expertise in feasibility and constructability reviews, including the broader application of the standards. Validation of engineering calculations, design specifications and other design submittals.
• Optimisation of engineering designs from a feasibility, and practicability perspective, including enhancement of technical designs for safe, sustainable engineering and compliance. Understands the application of safe design standards in the real world.
• Assisting with coordination of multi-disciplinary teams to deliver design outcomes in line with Client requirements. Depending on experience, this can manifest as being an integral part of the design team, right up to leading the design team as a Design Manager or providing review as a Technical Expert.
• Participation in the resolution of issues such as conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of standard materials, and complex coordination.
• For senior positions, provision of mentoring and support to emerging professionals in the team. You will be supported in developing your own leadership capability and technical eminence through our leadership programs, connection with other Engineers in the ANZ Water Practice and mentoring and advice from our respected Design Directors, Expertise and Practice Leaders.

Joining Aurecon means you'll be at the award-winning edge of innovation and sustainability. AFR ranked us Top 5 among sustainability leaders and Top 3 of all innovative companies in professional services. One Consult awarded us an innovative design award. Plus, we were Consult Australia's large firm of the year.

You really can bring your whole self to work and be confident your voice will be heard. We don't just claim we're inclusive and innovative, as proven by the independent awards and accreditations we've gained. We've been recognised for our innovation culture, gender equality and our LGBTI+ inclusion. Plus, we have a robust Reconciliation Action Plan - our fourth edition since 2014.

On a personal level you'll have access to flexible work hours, remote work, working holidays, part-time and job share options. You'll also have - a learning programme 100% personalised to you and the option to build your technical mastery in the Aurecon Design Academy which earns you a Graduate Certificate in Design Management from the prestigious RMIT University. Plus, you'll be supported on every step of your career journey with mentoring, learning and our Careers Hub. Outside of work, you'll be further supported with competitive paid parental leave, cultural public holiday swaps, plus wellbeing support programmes.

You'll have a genuine passion for re-imagining problems and continuous learning to help shape the future.

We value that each of our team members brings something different to Aurecon. We look for people who have had a broad range of experiences throughout their career and can demonstrate how they have worked as part of a team to bring ideas to life.

As well as experience in a relevant engineering role, specifically you will:

• Share our genuine passion for re-imagining engineering and be someone that actively pursues continuous learning to help shape the future.
• Hold a relevant tertiary qualification in Civil, Mechanical or Environmental Engineering
• Experience in working with or for Resource Clients, or Water Authority type Clients.
• Showcase your strong internal and external stakeholder management experience, a can-do attitude and importantly a strong team player who works well in an agile and collaborative environment.
• We value that each of our team members brings something different to Aurecon. We look for people who have had a broad range of experiences throughout their career and can demonstrate how they have worked as part of a team to bring ideas to life.

Aurecon's strength has always been our people. It's our people who build our shared purpose and bring ideas to life. It's our people who imagine and co-create with our clients a better future for people and the planet. Of course, you'll probably know lots of our award-winning projects. The new Allianz Stadium in Sydney? That was us. Tāmaki Regeneration in Auckland? That was us too. And the Tseung Kwan O Interchange in Hong Kong? You guessed it, us. So, when you join us, you'll not only be joining an international design, engineering and advisory company but also a community working together to tackle some of the world's most complex challenges.

Then please apply. Remember, it's you and how you bring ideas to life which are important. Your background, unique needs and individuality will be valued. Visit our website to learn more at www.aurecongroup.com or you can apply right now at aurecongroup.com.au/

Aurecon is a design, engineering and advisory company that brings ideas to life to create a better future for people and the planet.

Our clients’ ideas and aspirations drive all that we do. We work alongside them like no other firm to co-create clever, innovative solutions to some of the world’s most complex challenges, adding value across the project lifecycle through deep technical and advisory expertise.

We serve our clients across a range of markets and international locations. Hardwired in our DNA are engineering, design and the deep need to leave a legacy. We are as diverse as we are dynamic. As curious as we are clever.

Aurecon is a design, engineering and advisory company that brings ideas to life to create a better future for people and the planet.

Our clients’ ideas and aspirations drive all that we do. We work alongside them like no other firm to co-create clever, innovative solutions to some of the world’s most complex challenges, adding value across the project lifecycle through deep technical and advisory expertise.

We serve our clients across a range of markets and international locations. Hardwired in our DNA are engineering, design and the deep need to leave a legacy. We are as diverse as we are dynamic. As curious as we are clever.

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