AECOM Defence Opportunities

AECOM is a global leader in infrastructure consulting, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle. Our Defence team in Australia is entering a period of sustained growth, with recent project successes and an expanding portfolio of strategic work. Company Overview Supports a diverse range of Defence clients in the planning, design, and delivery of complex infrastructure and capability projects. Leverages strong local presence and global expertise to deliver innovative and resilient solutions across Defence estate, infrastructure, and mission‑critical systems. Committed to diversity, inclusion, and belonging—recognised as a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company and a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality. Job Description Broad and diverse scope – base estate infrastructure, environmental & contamination assessments (e.g., PFAS remediation), sustainability and climate‑resilience studies, systems engineering, cyber/ICT, capability & asset support, and more. Full‑lifecycle delivery – from planning and design through construction, project management, advisory, and long‑term support. National reach & mobility – projects across all Australian states and territories, with opportunities to work in various regions. Part of a top‑tier team – collaborate with professionals across engineering, environmental, digital, and advisory disciplines in a collaborative, inclusive culture. Qualifications Australian citizen or eligible for baseline Defence security clearance. Relevant qualifications or professional experience in one or more areas such as civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, geotechnical, environmental, sustainability, remediation, PFAS assessment, project/con management, systems/digital/ICT/s cyber support, advisory, planning, stakeholder engagement, risk, compliance, and security. Demonstrates high integrity, collaboration, adaptability, technical excellence, and a desire to contribute to’s national defence and security. What We Offer Access to a growing pipeline of Defence—many roles are live now or will become active soon. Opportunity to work across a wide range of disciplines and business lines, with your background and expertise valued regardless of specialisation. Flexibility with location and mobility—work on projects across Australia depending on role and project needs. A supportive, inclusive workplace culture with career development and cross‑discipline collaboration opportunities. Additional Information Veteran Employment Support & Reservist Leave. Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year. Life and income protection plans, personal travel insurance discounts. Share purchase plans. Flex public holidays—swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better. AboutECOM AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services across the project lifecycle—from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. 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. Why Work With Us We provide a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of and their families, supported by a robust global well‑being program. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential and help them reach their goals. EEO Statement We welcome applications from all sectors of the community, including veterans, women, people with disability, and diverse cultural backgrounds. AECOM is proud to be a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer. Relevant Role Information ReqID: REF56392S Business Line: Building Engineering Business Group: DCS Strategic Business Unit: ANZ Career Area: Program & Project Management Work Location Model: Hybrid #J-18808-Ljbffr