Senior Pavment Engineer

AECOM · Sydney, NSW, Australia

  • Senior
  • Full-time
  • Posted 2026-11-10
  • Confirmed live on 10 November 2026

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Job description

Job Description
AECOM is looking for a Senior Pavements Engineer with 10+ years of relevant experience to join our Sydney team. You’ll lead the technical delivery of pavement design and rehabilitation projects across aviation, ports and road transport, working on assets such as airport runways, port hardstands and major roads.
You’ll work directly with clients and multidisciplinary teams, taking ownership of pavement design decisions, reviewing technical work and helping develop the next generation of pavement engineers.
How you’ll make a difference

• Lead pavement investigations, design and rehabilitation work from concept through to detailed design and construction support.

• Develop practical pavement solutions that account for loading, materials, construction methods and long term performance.

• Interpret pavement investigation and testing data, including FWD, HWD, GPR, LWD, profile and surface friction results, and translate findings into clear design and rehabilitation recommendations.

• Prepare and review pavement design reports, specifications and drawings, checking that designs meet relevant standards and project requirements.

• Coordinate pavement design with other disciplines and advise clients on design options, technical risks and constructability.

• Mentor junior engineers and support their development through design reviews and practical technical guidance.

Qualifications
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.

• Degree in civil engineering or a related discipline.

• Demonstrated experience in pavement investigation, assessment, design and rehabilitation.

• Strong understanding of pavement materials, performance and relevant design standards and road authority requirements.

• Experience preparing technical deliverables and coordinating multidisciplinary inputs.

• Demonstrated ability to manage work packages, communicate technical recommendations and mentor junior engineers.

• Chartered professional status, or progress towards it, is desirable.

Additional Information
Why you’ll love working with us

• Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, 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?
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.
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