Senior Project Manager

Company Description “Having worked over 20 years, in both consultancies and council, my experience working at AECOM has been refreshing and motivating” – Dominique Keirens, Technical Director – Water, Gold Coast, QLD Come grow with us. Balancing the world’s need for safe, reliable water with protecting this critical natural resource for the future requires a deep understanding of interconnected systems. We work with clients across the entire project life cycle — from initial planning studies through final construction and operations and maintenance services — on both traditional and alternative project‑delivery options (design‑build, public-private partnerships and financing). With a robust design and construction division, AECOM offers a unique perspective on designing projects that are fully constructible. Everyone belongs at AECOM We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company , a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality , # Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner , and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer . Job Description Due to significant contract awards within our Australia and New Zealand Water business, we are expanding our group and are currently searching for a Senior Project Manager to join the team, based in Cairns. The Water Infrastructure group provides services to a range of both internal and external clients, delivering projects across water and wastewater treatment, civil infrastructure, and defence sectors. From concept design to design delivery partnerships and design and construct solutions, we prioritise sustainable outcomes that benefit both our clients and the communities they serve. How you’ll make a difference Build and maintain client relationships, identify new business opportunities and lead bid management efforts. Act as AECOM’s Project Manager, taking full responsibility for project planning, delivery and outcomes. Coordinate and oversee all aspects of project delivery in line with AECOM’s project management framework. Manage client and stakeholder engagement while ensuring effective communication throughout the project lifecycle. Provide commercial oversight of projects while mentoring and supporting team members’ development. Qualifications the following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered. 5–10 years’ experience delivering civil infrastructure projects for local and state governments within the consulting industry. Bachelor of Engineering with Chartered status (or working towards) with Engineers Australia desirable. Strong project management expertise and ability to deliver projects from inception to completion. Solid technical background in general civil engineering projects. Excellent communication, stakeholder management, commercial acumen, and contract management skills. 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. Volunteer and representation leave. Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better. 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. Learn more about life at AECOM: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube - explore our AECOM voices, employee stories, latest projects, and much more 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: About AECOM AECOM is the world’s 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 $13.1 billion in fiscal year 2022. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com 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 you’re 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. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too. Join us, and you’ll 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 person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours. ReqID: J Business Line: Water Business Group: DCS Strategic Business Unit: ANZ Career Area: Program & Project Management Work Location Model: Hybrid #J-18808-Ljbffr