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Executive Design Manager - Bridges, Aviation & Roads NSW

Sydney, New South WalesFull-time2026-09-17 → 2026-10-22
Based in Australia

Core

End-to-end leadership for large, complex transport infrastructure projects (roads, bridges, aviation) across design, approvals, and construction phases.

Role type

Senior leadership IC (Executive Design Manager)

Builds

Major transport infrastructure projects (motorways, interchanges, bridges, aviation facilities)

Domain

Civil Engineering / Infrastructure / Transport

Required skills

Strategic leadership, commercial acumen, risk management, stakeholder management, multidisciplinary team management, project governance, work-winning strategy

Preferred skills

Experience in Australia (NSW), consultancy/contractor/client-side environments

Technologies

Project management tools, design software, risk mitigation frameworks

Responsibilities

Lead delivery of major transport infrastructure projects; Provide leadership across design, project management, and construction interface; Build trusted relationships with clients, contractors, and regulators; Establish project governance and risk mitigation processes; Mentor senior project managers and technical leaders; Contribute to work-winning activities and pursuit strategies

Seniority

Executive, strategic leadership & mentorship