At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and deliver critical water infrastructure projects for Australia's defence.
- Company: Join AECOM, a global leader in infrastructure consulting.
- Benefits: Flexible work options, additional leave, and veteran support.
- Other info: Relocation assistance available for a vibrant lifestyle in Adelaide.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on Australia’s defence capabilities while enjoying life in Adelaide.
- Qualifications: 10+ years in civil design, AutoCAD expertise, and Australian citizenship required.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
Work and Live in Adelaide - Relocation packages available! Adelaide offers the rare combination of lifestyle and opportunity. With relocation assistance available, you can enjoy affordable living, stunning beaches, renowned food and wine, and a relaxed way of life - all while working on some of Australia’s most exciting projects. With unprecedented long-term project security and pipeline of work, you’ll be part of a growing team delivering major defence, Transport, Energy and Mining projects across South Australia, backed by a diverse pipeline of work and global career opportunities. Build your future with AECOM and discover why so many professionals are choosing to call Adelaide home.
Come grow with us. Join AECOM’s multidisciplinary team and apply your expertise to mission‑critical defence water infrastructure that protects people, assets, and the environment. We plan, design, and deliver end‑to‑end solutions - potable water security, advanced wastewater and recycled water treatment, stormwater and flood resilience, coastal and marine systems, contamination management, and whole‑of‑life asset strategies - under the standards, schedules, and security requirements that defence demands.
You’ll collaborate with our multidisciplinary team of process, civil and environmental engineers, hydrologists, and digital delivery specialists, using BIM, data analytics, and model‑based engineering to solve complex challenges and build a more resilient, sustainable water future.
As a Principal Civil Designer you'll partner in delivering mission-critical water and infrastructure projects that underpin Australia’s defence capability. Our work involves designing and integrating resilient utilities and environmental systems that support the operations of Defence bases and facilities. These long-term, nation-defining projects offer meaningful careers with job security and growth opportunities, all while contributing to Australia’s strategic future.
With a strong emphasis on security, these opportunities require Australian citizenship and eligibility for security clearances, ensuring that you play a vital part in safeguarding our nation. If you’re ready to be part of something impactful and exciting, come help us build the infrastructure that keeps Australia’s Defence capabilities strong.
How you’ll make a difference:
- Delivering drafting and design on large multidisciplinary civil engineering projects.
- Leading cooperation and collaboration across multidisciplinary team members, liaising with engineers and drafters (both locally and internationally) and ensuring timely delivery of design deliverables.
- Leverage your technical skills and industry knowledge to deliver high-quality results. By maintaining rigorous standards and best practices, you will help ensure that every project meets the highest levels of excellence.
- Work on projects that improve defence capabilities, ensuring that our solutions are future-ready and adaptable to evolving strategic needs. Your contributions will support the creation of resilient assets that are crucial for Australia’s defence mission.
- Opportunity to mentor/lead juniors in the drafting and design team and wider Adelaide team.
Qualifications
- Minimum 10 years’ experience in a similar role, ideally within a consultancy environment.
- Demonstrable knowledge and confident capability in AutoCAD and 12D or Civil 3D software packages.
- Proven experience leading and delivering design and drafting for large civil Infrastructure/Water projects, ideally with some defence project exposure.
- Ability to lead and develop designs independently in multidisciplinary projects, ensuring innovation, collaboration and safety are prioritised.
- Proven experience leading design and drafting for large civil infrastructure projects in aspects such as utilities coordination, drainage, earthworks and roads design.
- Australian citizenship is required as defence clearance is necessary; an Associate Degree or Advanced Diploma in Engineering Design is preferred.
If you are passionate about making a difference in Australia’s defence landscape and are ready for a new challenge, we want to hear from you!
Principal Civil Designer - Relocate to Adelaide in Perth employer: AECOM
At AECOM, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we provide extensive career development opportunities, flexible hybrid working arrangements, and a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion. Join us in our mission to deliver a better world while enjoying the benefits of working with a global leader in infrastructure consulting.
