Senior Water Resources Engineer – Drainage & Flooding (Hybrid)
AECOM
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Job summary
AECOM is seeking a Senior Water Resources Engineer with a focus on drainage and/or flooding to support major infrastructure and development projects. The role offers hybrid work arrangements and relocation assistance for suitable candidates willing to relocate to North Queensland towns.
You’ll lead technical delivery, mentor engineers, and engage with clients while ensuring design compliance with Australian standards. AECOM values technical excellence and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Qualifications
- Proven drainage/flood modelling experience (5–15+ years).
- Experience planning hydraulic assessments and design of stormwater networks.
- Comfort with hydrologic modelling.
- Proficiency with Civil3D, 12D and hydraulic modelling tools.
- Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Responsibilities
- Deliver drainage designs, stormwater plans, and hydraulic assessments for major projects.
- Provide input into hydrologic/hydraulic analyses using listed tools.
- Develop practical solutions for drainage, flooding and quality challenges.
- Prepare high‑quality technical reports and mentor engineers.
- Engage clients, regulators, and stakeholders to support work-winning.
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AECOM is seeking a Senior Water Resources Engineer with a focus on drainage and/or flooding to support major infrastructure and development projects. The role offers hybrid work arrangements and relocation assistance for suitable candidates willing to relocate to North Queensland towns.
You’ll lead technical delivery, mentor engineers, and engage with clients while ensuring design compliance with Australian standards. AECOM values technical excellence and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
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