Digital Practice Lead - Water & Environment

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 our Digital Practice Leader for Water and Environment, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping how digital and AI transform one of Aurecon's most important growth markets. Combining deep sector knowledge with digital leadership, you'll help our clients tackle some of the most complex challenges facing communities today.

Working closely with market leaders, technical specialists and our Group Digital & AI team, you'll turn emerging technologies into practical solutions that create better outcomes for clients, communities and the environment.

• Lead Aurecon's digital and AI agenda across the Water and Environment market, turning strategy into impactful client outcomes.
• Partner with clients and project teams to embed digital, data, automation and AI solutions across the asset lifecycle.
• Shape major pursuits and strategic engagements by delivering innovative digital solutions that differentiate Aurecon in the market.
• Drive adoption of digital tools and ways of working that improve project outcomes, efficiency and connected delivery.
• Build market capability, trusted client relationships and new digital service offerings that accelerate growth and innovation.

What you'll bring

• Water and/or Environment sector experience, with a strong understanding of industry challenges, opportunities and emerging trends.
• Proven success applying digital, data, automation and AI to deliver better outcomes for clients, projects and communities.
• Credibility with senior clients and stakeholders, with the ability to influence strategy and shape innovative solutions.
• Experience leading digital transformation, innovation or technology-enabled change within complex engineering or infrastructure environments.
• Strong commercial, leadership and stakeholder management skills, with a passion for innovation and building scalable, future-focused solutions.

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.