Senior Technical Officer - Civil Infrastructure

AECOM; Perth; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Senior Technical Officer - Civil Infrastructure to contribute to the design and documentation of civil infrastructure projects in Western Australia, focusing on land development, earthworks, roads, drainage and utilities. Strong CAD skills and civil design modelling experience are essential.

Based in Perth, WA, this on-site role sits within the Water business line. You will work with multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated, high-quality drawings and models for client

Qualifications

• Approximately 5 to 15 years of relevant civil design and drafting experience.
• Strong proficiency in 12d Model and AutoCAD.
• Experience preparing civil design models, drawings and documentation packages.
• Demonstrated experience in land development, bulk earthworks and utilities design.
• A sound understanding of civil construction practices and drawing standards.
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• An Associate Degree in Civil Engineering, a Civil Engineering Design qualification, or an equivalent technical qualification is desirable.
• Experience using MicroStation will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and documentation of civil infrastructure projects with a focus on land development and site civil works.
• Develop bulk earthworks and site grading plans and road/pavement layouts.
• Design stormwater, sewer, water and other utility infrastructure.
• Produce design documentation, drawings and digital models.
• Coordinate civil designs with other disciplines and existing services.
• Support quantity take-offs, design reviews and construction-phase queries.

Skills

12d Model

AutoCAD

Education

Associate Degree in Civil Engineering

Civil Engineering Design qualification

Tools

MicroStation

Job description

Senior Technical Officer - Civil Infrastructure

• Full-time
• State/Province: Western Australia
• Business Group: DCS
• Legal Entity: AECOM Australia Pty Ltd
• Business Line: Water
• Work Location Model: On-Site
• Operating Group: International
• Primary Location: AU - Perth, WA - 58 Mounts Bay Road

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

AECOM has a great team of technical staff and specialist groups that are able to work together collaboratively and solve some of the most complex problems for our Clients. Hayden Brigg, Principal Civil Engineer

Come grow with us.

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.

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We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company, a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, #Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer.

How you’ll make a difference

You will contribute to the design and documentation of civil infrastructure projects, with a focus on:

• Land development and site civil works
• Bulk earthworks and site grading
• Road and pavement layouts
• Stormwater, sewer, water and other utility infrastructure
• Design documentation, drawings and digital models
• Coordination of civil designs with other disciplines and existing services
• Supporting quantity take-offs, design reviews and construction-phase queries

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role.

The qualities that help you thrive :

• Approximately 5 to 15 years of relevant civil design and drafting experience
• Strong proficiency in 12d Model and AutoCAD
• Experience preparing civil design models, drawings and documentation packages
• Demonstrated experience in land development, bulk earthworks and utilities design
• A sound understanding of civil construction practices and drawing standards
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively within multidisciplinary teams
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality, coordinated documentation
• An Associate Degree in Civil Engineering, a Civil Engineering Design qualification, or an equivalent technical qualification is desirable.
• Experience using MicroStation will be highly regarded.

Why you’ll love working with us

• Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, job-sharing and hybrid work options
• Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
• Volunteer and representation leave
• Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.

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About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

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