Digital Optimisation Lead - AI-Driven Delivery (Hybrid UK)

AECOM Corporation; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Digital Optimisation Lead to drive digital delivery and advisory across England & Wales. The role sits at the intersection of hands-on digital implementation and strategic client-facing consultancy, within the Water business line.

Reporting to the Water Digital Lead for EURI, you will build a pipeline of digital opportunities, shape strategy, and lead delivery across frameworks and programmes. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science or Data Science.
• Strong experience in digital, data or technology-focused roles within infrastructure/water sectors.
• Proven track record leading digital delivery across multiple programmes.

Responsibilities

• Lead digital delivery across projects and frameworks in England & Wales.
• Develop and implement digital optimisation strategies with core digital team.
• Advise clients on digital transformation approaches and data governance frameworks.
• Engage with Client Account Managers to identify digital opportunities and align with client needs.
• Champion AI, ML and data science techniques across project teams.

Skills

Digital delivery

Data governance

Stakeholder engagement

Project leadership

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Mechanical Engineering degree

Computer Science degree

Data Science degree

Tools

Power BI

Azure

Python

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Digital Optimisation Lead to drive digital delivery and advisory across England & Wales. The role sits at the intersection of hands-on digital implementation and strategic client-facing consultancy, within the Water business line.

Reporting to the Water Digital Lead for EURI, you will build a pipeline of digital opportunities, shape strategy, and lead delivery across frameworks and programmes. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement are essential.