Principal / Associate Director - Mechanical Engineer (Buildings)

About the role

AECOM is looking for an Associate Director or Principal level Mechanical Engineer to join its Building Engineering team in Sydney. The role suits a well-connected industry professional with deep technical expertise, strong client engagement skills and experience delivering complex building engineering projects across multiple sectors.

Key responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design and delivery for major client projects, from concept through to completion
• Deliver innovative, practical and cost-effective solutions across projects of varying size, scope and complexity
• Take part in technical reviews and design assurance, ensuring deliverables meet the highest standards
• Work in multidisciplinary engineering teams and contribute to interdisciplinary reviews
• Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders to drive successful project delivery
• Mentor and develop junior engineers, sharing technical knowledge and supporting local and national teams
• Review design calculations, drawings and technical documentation for quality control

Required profile

• Chartered Engineer with relevant professional registration, or transferrable RPEQ/RPEV registration; equivalent recognition with a relevant professional body will also be considered
• Ideally 11+ years' experience in a Building Services consultancy or significant design experience in the Mechanical Contracting field
• Proven record of technical design and project delivery while maintaining strong client relationships
• In-depth knowledge of Building Services projects and standards, able to share technical expertise with clients, junior engineers and wider teams
• Experience managing multiple technical projects at once, across a variety of market sectors
• Australian citizenship is required; current or previously held defence clearance is highly regarded

What we offer

• Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, job-sharing and hybrid work options
• Purchase up to 6 weeks of additional annual leave per year
• Flex public holidays, with the option to swap holidays such as Easter
• Continuous learning: lunch and learn sessions, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days of paid study leave and global career opportunities