We are constantly evolving to remain at the forefront of innovation, and we're on the lookout for talented, dedicated, and passionate individuals to join us. AECOM is seeking a Digital Optimisation Lead, to drive digital delivery and advisory across Scotland. We have over 150 people in the Water Team in Scotland, with offices in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Perth and Inverness.
We are delivering a diverse and high-impact portfolio of projects that are shaping sustainable and resilient water systems for generations to come.
We are a Primary Designer on Scottish Water’s SR27 Enterprise. This is a transformational multi-billion-pound programme and will reshape Scotland’s water and wastewater infrastructure from 2027 to 2033 (with potential to extend for another 6 years). Alongside SR27 we are delivering a number of frameworks both direct, and via design and build contractors, to Scottish Water.
Additionally, we have a strong flood and surface water management team providing complex integrated river and coastal modelling, flood prevention and restoration schemes through a number of frameworks, including Excel Scotland.
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Join AECOM as a Digital Optimisation Lead and help shape the future of digital delivery across our Water business in Scotland. Blending digital expertise with strategic consultancy, you’ll lead the adoption of smarter ways of working, data-driven decision making and emerging technologies, including AI and data science, to deliver real value for our clients and project teams.
Working closely with our Water Digital Lead, Client Account Managers and regional teams, you’ll identify opportunities, shape digital strategy and lead delivery across major frameworks and programmes. We’re looking for someone who combines strong technical knowledge with commercial thinking and the ability to influence, engage and inspire.
Key Activities
Lead digital delivery across multiple projects and frameworks in Scotland, acting as the digital lead and ensuring teams are equipped with the right tools, methods and capabilities to deliver
Develop and implement digital optimisation strategies in collaboration with the core digital team, translating strategy into owned, deliverable workplans
Advise clients on digital transformation approaches, including data governance frameworks, operating models, platform adoption and roadmap development
Engage with Client Account Managers across Scotland to identify digital opportunities, support client relationships, and define delivery requirements that align with client needs and AECOM's digital offering
Champion the understanding and adoption of AI, machine learning and data science techniques across project teams and client engagements, identifying where these can drive efficiency, insight or innovation
Identify automation and digital innovation opportunities within project delivery, working with teams to develop Minimum Viable Products (MVPs) with scaling potential
Manage and support regional delivery teams in adopting the latest digital solutions, identifying upskilling needs and ensuring resources are appropriately allocated to projects
Lead and contribute to bid responses including RfPs, ITTs and tenders, supporting bid strategy, content development and proposal management for digital-led opportunities
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