Civil Treatment Lead - Water Infrastructure

“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 .

Due to significant contract awards within our ANZ Water business, we are expanding our Water Infrastructure Team in New South Wales.

The Water Infrastructure group provides services to a range of internal and external clients on projects covering water and wastewater treatment, dams, asset management, major conveyance, industrial, civil infrastructure, mining, and defence sectors, with a key focus on supporting sustainable outcomes for our clients and the communities they serve.

By joining our team, you'll work alongside industry-leading technical specialists on some of Australia's most complex and impactful water projects. You'll also have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across Australia, New Zealand and our global network.

How you’ll make a difference

• Lead the design and delivery of water and wastewater treatment projects, including treatment plant upgrades, renewals and optimisation works.

• Coordinate and manage projects from inception through to completion, including bidding, concept and detailed design, tender documentation and construction phase support.

• Contribute to the planning and design of civil infrastructure associated with treatment facilities, including site layouts, hydraulic structures, tanks, pipework and supporting infrastructure.

• Ensure quality assurance processes are followed, delivering projects safely, on time and within budget.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and multidisciplinary teams across local, regional and global AECOM offices.

• Mentor junior engineers and designers, supporting technical development and knowledge sharing across the team.

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.

The qualities that help you thrive

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and CPEng (or working towards/eligible).

• Demonstrated experience delivering water and/or wastewater treatment projects within a consulting, design or engineering environment.

• Experience with treatment plant upgrades, renewals, process infrastructure and associated civil works.

• Knowledge of applicable Australian codes, standards and industry guidelines relevant to water and wastewater treatment.

• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.

• A passion for delivering high-quality technical outcomes and mentoring emerging talent.