Senior Investment Case Advisor

**Company Description**:

- “AECOM has given me so many opportunities to grow. The projects I work on are city-shaping and always different.” - _**_Sarah Whitehouse, Transport Team Lead, Auckland NZ_**

**Come grow with us.**

As our population grows, so does demand for safe, expedient, cost-effective transportation. Our transportation experts leverage local knowledge and global capability to help clients navigate challenges and build a better world. Our expertise in planning, designing, and managing transportation systems, as well as restoring and replacing older infrastructure, allows us to help public and private clients move people and goods in smarter, more advanced, and sustainable ways. At AECOM, you’ll thrive in an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued.

**Everyone belongs at AECOM**

We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a **Fortune 500 Most Admired Company**, a **WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality**, **Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner**and an **AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer**.

AECOM is on the lookout for a passionate and strategic **Senior Investment Case Advisor** to join our vibrant Transport Planning and Advisory team. In this pivotal role, you’ll help shape the future of our cities and regions by crafting compelling, evidence-based investment cases that enable our clients to secure funding for transformative infrastructure and transport projects.

Sitting at the crossroads of policy, planning, and economics, you’ll influence the direction of major initiatives, ensuring they align with strategic objectives and deliver real, lasting benefits for communities. As a trusted advisor, you'll play a key role throughout the investment lifecycle, turning complex challenges into clear, actionable cases that meet the requirements of government frameworks and unlock critical investment decisions.

**How you’ll make a difference**
- Lead or contribute to the development of robust investment cases, including Strategic Assessments, Programme Business Cases, Indicative Business Cases, and Detailed Business Cases.
- Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to shape strategic problem definitions, options analysis, economic assessments, and implementation planning.
- Confidently engage with clients, including central and local government agencies, helping guide projects through assurance processes and funding gateways.
- Support business development efforts by identifying opportunities, preparing proposals, and strengthening client relationships.

**Qualifications** The qualities that help you thrive**
- 6+ years’ experience in investment planning, transport or infrastructure advisory, public policy, or economics.
- Proven experience developing investment cases or business cases aligned with government frameworks e.g., New Zealand Treasury's BBC approach or Australian equivalents
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distil complex problems into clear strategic narratives.
- Demonstrated understanding of transport, infrastructure, or urban development sectors coupled with the ability to lead or contribute to multi-disciplinary projects in a collaborative environment.
- Bachelor's degree (or higher) in a relevant discipline such as Public Policy, Planning, Economics, Engineering, or Transport.

**Additional Information** Why you’ll love working with us**
- Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options
- Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
- Flex public holidays - swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
- Fresh fruit, barista coffee machine, pizza nights, ice cream drops, morning tea celebrations, social events, and much more

**Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?**

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**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.

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**What makes AECOM a great place to work**

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and ca