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At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

As the Cost Management Civil Infrastructure Lead for NZ you will provide strategic leadership and technical direction across our national cost management civil infrastructure portfolio. You will lead the delivery of complex cost management services, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality.

This is a senior level role that you can truly make your own, offering the opportunity to shape strategy, bring innovative thinking (including the use of AI and emerging technologies), and influence how cost management is delivered into the future.

This is a national role, connected across the business regardless of where you are based, and can be located in Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington or Hamilton.

You will play a key role in driving business growth, strengthening client relationships, and developing high-performing teams across New Zealand. This includes leading major pursuits, supporting capture planning, and positioning the business for long-term success across key infrastructure sectors.

• Lead cost management services across major civil infrastructure projects, acting as Project Director or senior commercial lead.
• Provide technical leadership and oversight, ensuring high-quality outcomes across multidisciplinary projects.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships as a trusted advisor, identifying opportunities for repeat and new business.
• Drive project delivery excellence, including commercial performance, risk management, and governance.
• Lead and contribute to business development, including proposals, client presentations, and cross-selling opportunities.
• Gain the opportunity to mentor and develop team members, fostering a collaborative, high-performing national team.
• Contribute to strategic planning and growth initiatives for the Cost Management business.

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes you could still be a great fit—please apply.

You will be a senior cost management professional with strong leadership capability, commercial acumen, and a proven ability to deliver complex infrastructure projects.

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent.
• 15+ years’ experience in cost management, ideally within civil infrastructure.
• Chartered or professional membership (e.g. NZIQS, RICS or similar).
• Experience with PPP contracts would be highly regarded.
• Strong client relationship and stakeholder management skills at a senior level.
• Proven commercial and financial management capability, delivering results within timeframes and budgets.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and mentoring skills.

Why you’ll love working with us

• Work on nation-shaping infrastructure projects across New Zealand
• Be part of a connected national and global network of experts
• Flexible work arrangements aligned to role and client needs
• Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
• Volunteer and representation leave opportunities
• Flexible public holidays – swap days to suit your lifestyle

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

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.

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About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.