Principal Asset Management Consultant

At AECOM we provide Asset Management Services across the asset and project lifecycle and across geographies. By taking an outcomes and customer focused, whole-of life approach, we support clients make decisions, supporting all stages from deficiency identification to analysis, sustainability, project development, capital planning, supporting policy development and budget modelling. We help clients manage their total cost of ownership effectively. By addressing sustainability and resiliency, we ensure our clients meet the challenges of their assets lifecycle.

Work with Us. Change the World.

The vision of the Asset Management team, within the Advisory Business Line, is of partnering with our clients to optimise and improve their business performance by offering integrated asset and information management, risk and reliability improvement services. As such the role will support the successful delivery, profitability and strategic growth of our infrastructure asset management services. This could include sectors such as Transport, Defence, Water, etc. 

This position will also provide the opportunity to develop your technical delivery and business development skills.

How you’ll make a difference

• Lead client interactions, including opportunities and bids, while providing expert advice on asset management and change management processes.
• Develop strategic, tactical and operational documents, such as Asset Management Plans, Asset Lifecycle Plans, Inspection and Maintenance Plans, and Strategic Asset Management Plans (SAMPs)
• Manage project delivery and client relationships, ensuring quality deliverables and timely project completion.
• Support business development initiatives that strengthen client relationships and drive revenue growth.
• Mentor and guide team members while fostering a collaborative environment.

The qualities that help you thrive

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.

• Experience: Over 10 years in asset management, project delivery with a proven record of building strong client relationships, and (optional) experience in condition assessment
• Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, commercial acumen, and the ability to think strategically and tactically.
• Knowledge: A solid understanding of asset management practices, frameworks, and relevant standards, with the ability to develop innovative strategies.
• Leadership: Experience in coaching and mentoring project teams, promoting a culture of quality and timely delivery.

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         
• Swap 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

Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.

Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity 

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.