Technical Director, Project / Study Management

Aurecon; Perth; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurecon is seeking a Technical Director in Perth to lead major resource sector projects and studies, manage scope, schedule, budget and risk, and steer multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality study outcomes.

You will build trusted client relationships, translate objectives into execution plans, and contribute to growth strategies while developing a high-performing team and delivering client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Engineering qualification in mechanical engineering, chartered status preferred.
• Extensive project and study management experience in the resources sector, preferably iron ore.
• Demonstrated opportunity management experience and strong commercial awareness in a consulting environment.
• Experience working with tier-one iron ore or other major resources clients is highly regarded.
• Hands-on leadership style with the ability to work in lean teams and maintain strong technical understanding.
• Strong communication, collaboration and stakeholder management for practical outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead major resource sector projects and studies from opportunity definition through to study delivery.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, risk and quality to meet client and project requirements.
• Translate client objectives into clear execution plans, governance and accountable workstreams.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and resources to deliver integrated, high-quality study outcomes.
• Build trusted client relationships, identify opportunities and support the development of winning proposals.
• Prepare and review study reports and presentations, including financial evaluations, risks and opportunities.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team, driving technical excellence, collaboration, and successful project outcomes.
• Contribute to Service Group business plan and growth activities.
• Represent Aurecon throughout the complete project lifecycle, ensuring client satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder management

Client relations

Team development

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical)

Job description

Technical Director, Project / Study Management & Team Leader

At Aurecon, we are optimistic about the future. We are thinkers, solvers, and collaborators who work with our clients to deliver the infrastructure and assets that strengthen communities and create a sustainable future.

What you’ll do

As a Technical Director, Project / Study Management & Team Leader in our Industrial Mechanical team basedin Perth,you’llcontributetoprojects and programs thatmake a real difference and be part ofateamthat embraces challenges, welcomes diverse ideas, and engineer solutions with people and outcomes in mind.

• Lead major resource sector projects and studies from opportunity definition through to study delivery.

• Manage scope, schedule, budget, risk and quality to meet client and project requirements.

• Translate client objectives into clear execution plans, governance and accountable workstreams.

• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and resources to deliver integrated, high-quality study outcomes.

• Build trusted client relationships, identify opportunities and support the development of winning proposals.

• Prepare and review study reports and presentations, including financial evaluations, risks and opportunities.

• Lead and develop a high-performing team, driving technical excellence, collaboration, and successful project outcomes.

• Contribute to Service Group business plan and growth activities

• Represent Aurecon throughout the complete project lifecycle, ensuring client satisfaction

What you’ll bring

• A relevant engineering qualification, ideally preferably in mechanical engineering, with chartered status preferred.

• Extensive project and study management experience within the resources sector, preferably with iron ore experience.

• Demonstrated opportunity management experience and strong commercial awareness in a consulting environment.

• Experience working with tier one iron ore or other major resources clients will be highly regarded.

• A hands-on leadership style, with the ability to work effectively in lean teams with a strong technical understanding.

• Strong communication, collaboration and stakeholder management skills, with a focus on practical outcomes.

How we support your growth

We believe your career should be a rewarding adventure. You will tackle some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges, in an environment that supports your ambitions, where we hold ourselves, and each other, to the highest standards. Recognised by the AFR as a Best Place to Work in 2026, we embrace diverse perspectives, giving you the opportunity to make a real impact.

Who we are

We are an engineering consultancy with more than 6,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and Asia. We believe the world needs people who can engineer possibilities; people who can create infrastructure that makes life better for people and the planet. That is why we are here – to bring ideas to life, the Aurecon way.