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The Technical Director (TD) is a senior engineering leader responsible for building, mentoring, and inspiring a multi-level team of engineers (junior, mid-level, and senior), and for elevating technical excellence across the discipline. The TD will clearly communicate the company’s purpose and strategies and connect these to day to day decisions, culture, and project delivery—ensuring the business remains an employer of choice known for safety, ethics, quality, and growth. This leadership role will also serve as Lead Engineer on mid to large projects, provide specialized technical inputs, perform quality reviews, support winning proposals, engage clients, and proactively identify growth opportunities for the discipline.

To stay aligned with AECOM’s approach, the TD will leverage global collaboration programs (e.g., Technical Practice Networks for knowledge sharing), embed Sustainable Legacies principles in delivery (sustainability, resilience, social outcomes), and support flexible, hybrid ways of working that enable people to do their best work.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1) Team Responsibilities (People & Culture)

Build, lead, and scale a high performing engineering team across experience levels; define the structure, roles, hiring plans, and succession pipeline for capacity and capability growth.

Mentor and coach engineers daily and strategically (career paths, skill plans, technical coaching, and performance feedback) to develop future leaders and specialists.

Champion a culture of safety, ethics, inclusion, and quality, modelling behaviors consistent with a trusted global infrastructure consulting firm and its purpose to deliver a better world.

Promote global knowledge sharing and continuous improvement by engaging with Technical Practice Networks (TPNs), technical webinars, and cross geography learning to keep teams on the latest methods, tools, and standards.

2) Business Development (Growth & Clients)

Shape and pursue opportunities in the Philippines and the broader region—partnering with BD, Market Leads, and Global Practice Leaders to identify priority clients, sectors, and pursuits.

Develop winning proposals (technical approach, scope, resourcing, budgets, risk, delivery model) and present complex solutions to clients and partners.

Differentiate the discipline’s offer by leveraging the firm’s global reputation, integrated services, and cross disciplinary expertise to create value for clients.

Use digital and integrated project controls/delivery practices to demonstrate cost, schedule, risk, and quality advantages in bids and delivery.

3) Engineering (Technical Leadership & Delivery)

Serve as Lead Engineer on mid to large, multi disciplinary projects; provide specialized technical input, design leadership, and integrated coordination across disciplines (Civil/Structural or MEP).

Set and enforce technical standards; ensure designs meet applicable codes, client standards, and regulatory requirements; drive design optimization and constructability.

Uphold robust quality management—plan and perform independent design checks, inter disciplinary reviews, Design Reviews, and Lessons Learned, in line with recognized quality practices.

Advance technical excellence by connecting teams to TPNs, global standards, tools, and training; evaluate and deploy emerging methods and technologies.

Manage technical risks (design assumptions, interfaces, approvals) and ensure timely resolution of issues that could impact schedule, cost, safety, quality, or reputation.

Participate in design and safety in design reviews, construction support, site inspections, and technical audits as needed.

• 15+ years of progressive engineering experience, with substantial tenure in multinational design/engineering organizations comparable in scale and complexity to AECOM.
• Registered Engineer with active PRC license (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or related, aligned to discipline focus).
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural or MEP (Mechanical/Electrical) Engineering; Master of Engineering or Master of Science in Engineering preferred.
• Demonstrated success leading multi disciplinary engineering teams on mid to large projects and delivering high quality designs under schedule and budget constraints.
• Proven record in mentoring and capability building, including establishing technical training pathways and elevating standards through peer review and lessons learned.
• Strong experience in technical proposal development and client presentations with the ability to translate complex engineering into compelling value propositions.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills; growth mindset, attention to detail, and outstanding work ethic.
• Alignment with a global, purpose driven culture that emphasizes safety, ethics, inclusion, flexible working, and technical excellence.

ATTRIBUTES:

Ability to translate strategies and goals into actionable plans and measurable results. (Strategic Decision Making) 

Ability to drive to create experiences and opportunities that will lead to innovation. Ability to guide and influence other to navigate change. (Leading Change) 

Ability to oversee day-to-day operational requirements and varied projects that are aligned with the functional goals and objectives. (Operational Management) 

Ability to clearly define objectives and set medium to long-term targets for the team that are consistent with and compliant to service delivery agreements, key performance indicators, and polices. (planning and organizing) 

Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with various internal and external customers globally. Ability to promote a culture of honest, open, and transparent communication. (Communication) 

Ability to maintain a high level of collaboration among multiple internal and external stakeholders to effectively arrive at solutions and develop initiatives. (Collaboration) 

Ability to identify and resolve varied and complex issues by applying best practices and technical expertise and has the ability to derive, develop, and recommend solutions for recurring and unique scenarios. (Problem Solving) 

Ability to gather, integrate, validate, and analyze wide range of relevant data to develop and communicate resolutions, findings, and recommendations. (Analytical Thinking)  

Ability to monitor and measure progress and effectively drive individual and team results that supports the overall goal of the team. Ability to provide regular feedback, guidance, and support to direct reports to achieve desired performance and output. (Results Oriented) 

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.