Group Director - Water

AECOM is seeking a Water Group Director to lead our Water business across New Zealand. This is your chance to drive impactful change in a role that balances client engagement, project oversight, and team leadership.

Balancing the world’s need for safe, reliable water with protecting this critical natural resource for the future requires a deep understanding of interconnected systems.

We work with clients across the entire project life cycle — from initial planning studies through final construction and operations and maintenance services — on both traditional and alternative project-delivery options (design-build, public-private partnerships and financing).

With a robust design and construction division, AECOM offers a unique perspective on designing projects that are fully constructible.

We have a unique leadership opportunity to join our Water Line of Business as a Group Director. Inspiring our industry leading and highly motivated team of Water and Geotechnical professionals in delivering critical diverse Water projects throughout Australia, New Zealand and internationally.

Here’s what you’ll do:

• Project Oversight: Lead a diverse portfolio of water and geotechnical projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and exceed client expectations.
• People & Internal Initiatives: Inspire and develop your team, fostering a collaborative culture that prioritizes growth and excellence.
• As an engaging and knowledgeable expert in the industry, with existing local networks, you will continue to drive AECOM’s reputation as a leading consultant on Water projects, as we solve our client’s most complex challengesWith client satisfaction and project delivery forefront, you will ensure our internal structure and skills are set up and continue to provide the best possible service to the market.  
• You will engage with current and prospective clients to build effective relationships resulting in revenue growth, through deepening relationships of trust, best for project delivery and exceptional quality.
• You will be a role model, leading from the front, driving cultural behaviours of collaboration, innovative thinkers, trust, result focused and a care for colleagues to drive a psychological safety of being able to bring your full self to work

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

Here’s what we’re looking for:

• A proven leader with a strong background in water and geotechnical engineering.
• Excellent client management skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and confidently.
• A focus on team development and internal collaboration to drive success.
• A visionary mindset to help shape the future of our water and geotechnical business across New Zealand.
• With extensive experience leading business performance and owning a P&L across a broad range of projects, your record for delivering strong business results will underpin confidence to lead us through a dynamic landscape.
• A track record in building high performing teams, is an architect for change, expands capability and capacity whilst driving flawless exécution.
• You will be a collaborative and influential leader, who is able to build effective relationships with clients, your high performing internal team and other internal stakeholders.  This includes an active role contributing to the success and direction of the whole business as part of the regional Leadership team and the ANZ Region’s Water Leadership team
• Forward-thinking, you will embrace change and have an appetite for implementing and utilising cutting-edge digital technology. You will be happy to step forward into the challenges the ever-changing nature of our business brings and be accountable for the outcomes you and your team deliver.

 

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         
• Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
• Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.