Company Description
AECOM is seeking a Water Group Director to lead our Water business across New Zealand. This is your chance to drive impactful change in a role that balances client engagement, project oversight, and team leadership.
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.
Job Description
We have a unique leadership opportunity to join our Water Line of Business as a Group Director. Inspire and lead a highly motivated team of Water and Geotechnical professionals in delivering critical, diverse Water projects throughout Australia, New Zealand, and internationally.
Responsibilities
* Project Oversight: Lead a diverse portfolio of water and geotechnical projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and exceed client expectations.
* People & Internal Initiatives: Inspire and develop your team, fostering a collaborative culture that prioritizes growth and excellence.
* Engage with current and prospective clients to build effective relationships resulting in revenue growth, deepening trust, and delivering exceptional quality.
* Lead from the front, driving collaborative behaviours, innovative thinking, trust, result‑focus and a care for colleagues to enable psychological safety.
Qualifications
* A proven leader with a strong background in water and geotechnical engineering.
* Excellent client management skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and confidently.
* A focus on team development and internal collaboration to drive success.
* A visionary mindset to help shape the future of our water and geotechnical business across New Zealand.
* Extensive experience leading business performance and owning a P&L across a broad range of projects, with a record of delivering strong business results.
* Track record in building high‑performing teams, driving change, expanding capability and capacity while ensuring flawless execution.
* Collaborative and influential leadership, building effective relationships with clients and internal stakeholders, as part of the regional leadership team.
* Forward‑thinking, embracing change, and implementing cutting‑edge digital technology, accountable for outcomes.
Benefits
* Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part‑time, job‑sharing and hybrid work options.
* 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, paid study leave, global career opportunities.
Location
Hybrid work model based in New Zealand.
EEO Statement
AECOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All personal information will be kept confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines.
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