Digital Lead - Scotland

AECOM is seeking a Digital Optimisation Lead to drive digital delivery and advisory across Scotland within the Water Business. Blending digital expertise with strategic consultancy, the role leads the adoption of smarter ways of working, data-driven decision making and emerging technologies, including AI and data science, to deliver real value for clients and project teams. The team has over 150 people in the Water Team in Scotland, with offices in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Perth and Inverness. The role supports work on Scottish Water's SR27 Enterprise, a multi-billion-pound programme reshaping Scotland's water and wastewater infrastructure from 2027 to 2033.

Responsibilities

Lead digital delivery across multiple projects and frameworks in Scotland, acting as the digital lead; Develop and implement digital optimisation strategies in collaboration with the core digital team; 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 and define delivery requirements; Champion the understanding and adoption of AI, machine learning and data science techniques across project teams and client engagements; Identify automation and digital innovation opportunities within project delivery, developing Minimum Viable Products (MVPs) with scaling potential; Manage and support regional delivery teams in adopting the latest digital solutions and upskilling needs; Lead and contribute to bid responses including RfPs, ITTs and tenders

Requirements

Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related discipline; Strong experience in a digital, data, or technology-focused role within the infrastructure or water sector; Proven track record of leading digital delivery across multiple programmes within complex, multi-disciplinary environments; Experience working with UK water sector clients and regulated industry frameworks; Strong data skills, including data governance, platforms such as Power BI and Azure; Ability to translate digital strategy into owned, deliverable workplans with measurable outcomes; Experience facilitating client workshops and stakeholder sessions, and contributing to bid responses

Nice to have

Scripting (e.g. Python) preferred; Ability to influence, engage and inspire; Knowledge of AI, machine learning and data science

Benefits

Hybrid work options; Wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs; Work flexibility; Access to industry-leading technology and thinking