Design Manager - Defence

Design Manager - Defence

Join AECOM as a Defence Design Manager leading key projects across Australia. 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:

• You will be responsible for overall design delivery including having the ultimate carriage on any design project decisions.
• Acting as a trusted advisor and delivery partner to commonwealth representatives, industry stakeholders and internal technical teams – building credibility through your leadership, reliability and deep domain knowledge.
• Work collaboratively with leaders across our ANZ team for design delivery of Defence projects, as well as assisting with project resourcing and business initiatives.
• Champion design innovation, sustainability, digital engineering, and design excellence.

The qualities that help you thrive:

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.

• Tertiary Engineering Qualifications.
• Proven experience in design management, overseeing the planning, design, and execution of projects.
• Excellent ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with a range of stakeholders, including contractors, clients, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to understand how various systems, processes, and stakeholders interconnect, ensuring seamless integration and a bigger-picture approach.
• Due to the nature of this role, Australian Citizenship is essential. A current Baseline Defence clearance is required.

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
• Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
• Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities

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.