Pushing the limits of what is possible. 

We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.

Transforming mobility and delivering sustainable outcomes.

AECOM delivers comprehensive services from creation to completion and beyond, our transportation professionals are constantly exploring new ways to navigate a challenging project.

A new underground rail link in Auckland. A subzero runway in Antarctica. Removal of 75 level crossings and building new station in Melbourne. The design of the Sydney Gateway Road project. In every region we deliver comprehensive solutions that connect people and places in forward thinking ways.

According to Engineering news Records 2020 “Top 500 Design Firms, “AECOM is #1 in Transport globally.

As a director within our successful Aotearoa New Zealand Transport business, you will contribute to and further develop, professional and technical skills to the highest level across all projects. You will also play a key role in supporting the development and training of cutting-edge technical skills, ensuring their practical application to add value to AECOM and its clients.

This role can be based in Auckland, Hamilton, Wellington or Christchurch.

What will a day in this role look like?

• Leading and overseeing the geometrics design process for major transportation and infrastructure projects. This includes detailed alignment design, grading, horizontal and vertical alignments, and cross-sectional designs using OpenRoads, 12D, and Civil 3D. Ensuring that designs adhere to relevant standards, regulations, and client specifications.

• Engaging with our workshare teams and upskilling these resources to strengthen capabilities and competitiveness for opportunities.

• Managing complex design elements and ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with client requirements. This involves coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, overseeing the work of engineers, and addressing project challenges proactively.

• Leading and mentoring project teams, ensuring high performance, effective communication, and knowledge-sharing within teams. Fostering a collaborative work environment that encourages innovation and continuous learning.

• Building and maintaining strong client relationships, acting as the primary point of contact for technical aspects of projects. Contributing to business development by identifying opportunities for additional services and repeat business. Demonstrating commercial insight, ensuring project budgets are met and clients' expectations are exceeded.

What are we looking for from you? 

• Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).

• A minimum of 20+ years relevant experience in geometric design, ideally for major infrastructure projects.

• Proficient in Geometrics design including use of software including Open Roads, 12D and Civil 3D.

• Demonstrated experience in managing complex projects, meeting delivery requirements, and successfully leading project teams.

• CPEng (Chartered Professional Engineer) or equivalent professional qualification.

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 $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. 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 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, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. 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.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.