Associate/Technical Director – Project Leadership & Controls, Queensland

Associate/Technical Director – Project Leadership & Controls, Queensland

At Aurecon, we are optimistic about the future. We are thinkers, solvers, and collaborators who work with our clients to deliver the infrastructure and assets that strengthen communities and create a sustainable future.

What you’ll do

As an Associate/Technical Director – Project Leadership & Controls, in our QLD Transport Team based in Brisbane, you’ll contribute to projects and programs that make a real difference and be part of a team that embraces challenges, welcomes diverse ideas, and engineer solutions with people and outcomes in mind.  

• Advise clients on complex engineering projects from concept to delivery
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to solve technical challenges
• Deliver high-quality advice that informs decisions
• Contribute to resilient and innovative engineering solutions
• Apply advanced analytics and optimisation to enhance performance

What you’ll bring

As a proven leader with a passion for advancing infrastructure, we’re looking for someone who thrives in a dynamic, collaborative environment. To be successful in this role, you’ll bring:

• Min. 15 years of experience in engineering, and a Registered Professional Engineer of Queensland (RPEQ) with a proven track record in roads and highways projects.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and mentor a high-performing team.
• A forward-thinking approach, with a passion for sustainable, innovative engineering solutions.
• A deep understanding of the transport sector, along with the ability to influence and shape the technical direction of projects.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

• A track record of delivering practical, impactful outcomes
• Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills
• The ability to see the big picture and challenge assumptions

How we support your growth

We believe your career should be a rewarding adventure. You will tackle some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges, in an environment that supports your ambitions, where we hold ourselves, and each other, to the highest standards. Recognised by the AFR as a Best Place to Work in 2026, we embrace diverse perspectives, giving you the opportunity to make a real impact.

Who we are

We are an engineering consultancy with more than 6,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and Asia. We believe the world needs people who can engineer possibilities; people who can create infrastructure that makes life better for people and the planet. That is why we are here – to bring ideas to life, the Aurecon way.

Ready for your next adventure?

If this sounds like your next step, we’d love to hear from you. We value diverse experiences and welcome applications for part-time or flexible working arrangements. For recruitment adjustments, contact WorkplaceAdjustment@aurecongroup.com.

Our hiring decisions are made by people, not AI. We’re most interested in your individual thinking and experiences—so please ensure your application reflects your authentic perspective.