AECOM’s Water Infrastructure group is seeking a proactive and collaborative Sector Manager, based in our Melbourne office. In this key leadership role, you’ll drive delivery excellence, strengthen client relationships and market growth, and support the continued growth and development of our talented team.

This role is a platform to build networks across AECOM in Australia, New Zealand, and globally, partnering closely with delivery teams, local and global specialist practitioners, business operations and leadership. Elevate your professional profile and carve a career pathway that truly makes a difference.

How you’ll make a difference

• Lead the execution of the Water Infrastructure strategy in Victoria, driving client engagement, market growth and successful project delivery across the region.
• Ensure technical and delivery excellence, maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, governance, and client satisfaction.
• Cultivate a collaborative, high-performing team culture by mentoring staff, providing technical direction, and nurturing growth.
• Leverage regional and global expertise to drive innovation, implement best practices, and enhance delivery outcomes.

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. Please apply, all applications will be considered.

The qualities that help you thrive

• A relevant tertiary degree & CPEng.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in the Australian Water Infrastructure market and familiarity in working with local government frameworks.
• Proven experience and a passion for mentoring, leadership & collaboration.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with an ability build relationships and engage with a diverse range of stakeholders at varying levels.
• Commercial and strategic acumen, with the ability to make informed decisions that balance profitability, efficiency, and market insight.

Why you’ll love working with us

• Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, 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?