Application Guide

How to Apply for Clients & Marketing Specialist

at AECOM

🏢 About AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm committed to delivering a better world through sustainable and innovative solutions. In New Zealand, they focus on projects that build lasting legacies for communities, making them an ideal employer for those passionate about meaningful environmental and infrastructure work.

About This Role

This role is pivotal in shaping AECOM's brand and growth in New Zealand by driving strategic marketing initiatives. You'll lead content creation, manage key publications, and support high-stakes business pursuits, directly impacting the company's market position and client relationships.

💡 A Day in the Life

Your day might start with a check-in with the New Zealand leadership team to align on upcoming pursuits, followed by drafting content for a campaign on sustainable infrastructure. You'll then coordinate with subject matter experts to gather data for the annual industry insights publication, and later review analytics from a recent email campaign. Afternoon could involve a brainstorming session with the marketing team on how to position AECOM for a major transport bid.

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🎯 Who AECOM Is Looking For

  • A blend of strategic thinker and hands-on executor, comfortable developing marketing strategies and then rolling up sleeves to create content and campaigns.
  • Proven experience in B2B marketing, ideally within engineering, construction, or professional services, with a knack for translating technical concepts into compelling stories.
  • Strong stakeholder management skills, able to collaborate with senior leaders and multidisciplinary teams to align marketing efforts with business goals.
  • Excellent project coordination abilities, with a track record of delivering complex, multi-stakeholder projects on time, like annual publications or major pursuit support.

📝 Tips for Applying to AECOM

1

Tailor your CV to highlight specific examples of strategy development and hands-on content creation, quantifying results where possible (e.g., 'Increased brand engagement by 30% through targeted campaign').

2

In your cover letter, explicitly mention your experience with stakeholder coordination and delivering publications or similar complex projects under tight deadlines.

3

Research AECOM's recent projects in New Zealand (e.g., transport, water, environmental) and reference them to show genuine interest and alignment with their work.

4

Use AECOM's language of 'sustainable legacies' and 'innovative solutions' in your application to demonstrate cultural fit.

5

Prepare a portfolio or examples of past content/campaigns you've created, especially if they relate to infrastructure or sustainability topics.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Emphasize your ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on execution, as this role requires both.', 'Highlight experience in coordinating with senior stakeholders and managing multiple priorities to deliver annual publications or similar initiatives.', "Showcase your understanding of AECOM's market in New Zealand and how your marketing expertise can drive their growth priorities.", "Mention your passion for sustainability and infrastructure, connecting your personal values to AECOM's mission of building a better world."]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review AECOM's New Zealand website and recent news to understand their key projects and sectors (e.g., transport, water, environment).
  • → Look up their annual 'Industry Insights' publication to understand the content style and topics they cover.
  • → Research their competitors in the New Zealand market (e.g., Jacobs, WSP) to understand AECOM's unique positioning.
  • → Check AECOM's sustainability reports and corporate social responsibility initiatives to align your values with theirs.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a time you developed and executed a marketing strategy that aligned with business growth objectives. What was the outcome?
2 How do you approach creating content for a technical audience (e.g., engineers, government clients) while keeping it engaging?
3 Tell us about a complex project with multiple stakeholders and tight deadlines. How did you ensure timely delivery?
4 How would you measure the success of a marketing campaign for a major infrastructure project pursuit?
5 What do you know about AECOM's recent work in New Zealand, and how do you see marketing contributing to our legacy?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic application without referencing AECOM's specific projects or New Zealand focus.
  • Focusing only on creative aspects without demonstrating strategic thinking and project management skills.
  • Neglecting to show how you've worked with senior stakeholders or in a matrix organization, which is critical for this role.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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