Principal Transport Decarbonisation Architect

Aecom Australia Pty Ltd; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Up to 6 weeks extra annual leave

Volunteer leave

Flexible public holidays

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Principal - Transport Decarbonisation to lead high-impact engagements spanning policy, strategy, planning and delivery for decarbonising mobility. You will build senior relationships and shape programs across fleets, electrification and multimodal transport to drive measurable decarbonisation outcomes.

You will oversee multi-disciplinary teams, develop strategic plans, and produce board-ready reports while advancing zero-emission capability across transport sectors in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, transport planning, energy systems, sustainability, economics or related discipline; postgraduate qualifications and/or CPEng/RPEQ, PMP/PRINCE2 are advantageous.
• Experience delivering transport decarbonisation, planning and/or engineering programs with a strong focus on electrification/net zero across policy, planning and implementation.
• Proven track record leading complex projects and programs, including commercial stewardship, risk management, and performance governance.
• Strong knowledge of Australian transport and energy sectors, regulatory and funding frameworks, and delivery/operating models; experience engaging with utilities and regulators.
• Technical capability in ZEB/fleet transitions and broader transport planning/engineering; exposure to hydrogen/alternative fuels and charging/refuelling infrastructure desirable.
• Proficiency with data-driven analysis and digital reporting (e.g., demand/energy modelling, dashboards), translating insights for executive and non-technical audiences.
• Outstanding stakeholder skills and the ability to lead and develop high-performing, multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Build and deepen senior relationships across government, transport owners/operators, utilities, and industry partners to shape decarbonisation agendas and programs.
• Shape nation-building decarbonisation programs by leading engagements across the full lifecycle: policy and strategy, feasibility and options, masterplans and business cases, project development, design delivery support, commissioning and operations.
• Develop robust strategies and transition plans; lead technical research and analysis; structure funding/financing and total-cost-of-ownership cases; and produce high-quality technical and non-technical reports, dashboards and board-level materials.
• Apply domain expertise across zero-emission buses, freight and fleets; extend into multimodal applications (rail, ports, airports) and emerging fuels (battery-electric, hydrogen, biofuels/SAF) as appropriate.
• Coordinate with utilities/DSOs and renewable/energy storage providers to secure capacity, manage demand and resilience, and integrate enabling infrastructure and microgrids.
• Embed safety-by-design and assurance (e.g., battery/fire life-safety, emergency response considerations) and manage risk across scope, schedule and budget.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and partners, fostering performance, collaboration and knowledge sharing across planning, engineering, and digital disciplines.
• Drive pursuits and go-to-market initiatives; contribute thought leadership, insights and industry engagement to grow our market presence.

Skills

Project leadership

Transport decarbonisation

Policy and strategy

Data-driven analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Postgraduate qualifications (CPEng/RPEQ, PMP/PRINCE2)

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Principal - Transport Decarbonisation to lead high-impact engagements spanning policy, strategy, planning and delivery for decarbonising mobility. You will build senior relationships and shape programs across fleets, electrification and multimodal transport to drive measurable decarbonisation outcomes.

You will oversee multi-disciplinary teams, develop strategic plans, and produce board-ready reports while advancing zero-emission capability across transport sectors in