Director - Infrastructure

Turnertownsend; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 250,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend Australia seeks an visionary Infrastructure Director to lead end-to-end delivery across utilities, transport, renewables, and water projects, in a fast-paced consultancy setting. You will build a high-performing team, deepen client relationships, and drive growth while upholding service delivery excellence and a collaborative culture.

The role requires 15+ years of sector experience, global best practices, and a strong network in the South Australia market.

Qualifications

• Lead end-to-end delivery of major infrastructure projects across multiple sectors.
• Inspire and grow a high-performing team with excellence and innovation.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships as a trusted advisor.
• Drive business development and expand presence in the market.
• Champion service delivery excellence and contribute to strategic growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of projects across major infrastructure sectors, including power & utilities, transport, renewables, and water/ports.
• Inspire and grow a high-performing team, promoting excellence and innovation.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and act as a trusted advisor.
• Drive business development and expand Turner & Townsend's market presence.
• Champion service delivery excellence and contribute to strategic growth.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Business development

Communication

Team growth

Education

Construction / Cost management / Engineering / Project management

Job description

Role Overview

Turner & Townsend offers the opportunity to work with world-class clients on cutting-edge infrastructure projects, while building a rewarding career with exceptional support at every stage.

We're seeking a visionary and inclusive leader to join us as Infrastructure Director . You'll bring deep expertise in project delivery and a passion for challenging conventional approaches to drive better outcomes for clients and teams.

• Lead end-to-end delivery of projects across major infrastructure sectors, including power & utilities, transport, renewables, and ideally water and ports.
• Inspire and grow a high-performing team, fostering excellence and innovation.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor.
• Drive business development and expand our presence in the market.
• Champion service delivery excellence and contribute to strategic growth.

Qualifications

• Must be currently residing in Australia with full working rights
• Professionally qualified in one or more of the following fields: construction, cost management, engineering or project management.
• Minimum 15 years' experience in a similar industry.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of the construction industry.
• Experience with major projects in utilities, power, transport, and/or renewables.
• Exceptional business development experience with a large network in the South Australia infrastructure market.
• Experience of working within a client focussed consultancy environment.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to work with staff at all levels.
• Strong time management skills, quick thinking and resilience to deal with a fast-paced environment.
• Good attention to detail with the ability to multitask.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Company Culture

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/

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