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Design Manager - Ports

Mid levelSeniorFull-timeOfficeMelbourne VIC, AustraliaPosted 2 months agoVerified 2 months ago
Pending fitX of Y criteria met

About the job

This job is about being part of a collaborative team at AECOM, delivering complex, high-impact projects that support trade and coastal communities. The role is crucial in shaping the future of transportation infrastructure in Australia and New Zealand. AECOM values teamwork and encourages a culture of growth, diversity, and inclusion.

You'll be responsible for

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Leading design management

Lead the design management and delivery of ports and maritime infrastructure projects, including port expansions and waterfront developments.
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Managing project delivery

Manage project delivery end-to-end, including design and commercial management, programme coordination, and multidisciplinary technical integration.
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Coordinating with teams

Coordinate with AECOM teams across Australia and globally, leveraging design capability to deliver complex maritime infrastructure projects.

Key criteria

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Design management experience

Proven experience managing design for maritime infrastructure projects.

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Multidisciplinary team management

Demonstrated ability to lead diverse design teams effectively.

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Client engagement skills

Strong experience building relationships with port authorities and stakeholders.

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4 criteria for this job
Design management experience
Proven experience managing design for maritime infrastructure projects.

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Multidisciplinary team management
Demonstrated ability to lead diverse design teams effectively.

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Client engagement skills
Strong experience building relationships with port authorities and stakeholders.

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Project delivery accountability
Experience owning and delivering complex infrastructure packages.

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