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Chief Operating Officer (COO)Scott Powell

Scott Powell is Aurecon's Chief Operating Officer (COO). He is responsible for optimising delivery, execution and impact across the Asia Pacific region, focused on strengthening capabilities to ensure Aurecon’s teams consistently deliver innovative, high-quality solutions in a rapidly evolving market.

Scott leads critical business areas such as major projects, programme governance and risk management and works closely with the Group Executive Leadership Team to unlock strategic pursuit opportunities and enable profitable growth.

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Scott Powell, Chief Operating Officer
Scott Powell, Chief Operating Officer

With over 26 years at Aurecon, Scott brings extensive leadership experience including his recent role as Managing Director – Operations where he was responsible for the performance and operational efficiency across Aurecon including major project delivery, global design delivery, project and financial performance.

Throughout his career, Scott has been recognised for building high-performing teams, delivering strong financial outcomes, leading global change programmes and providing exceptional client value. Scott is also passionate about mental health in the workplace and the positive benefits that a diverse and inclusive culture can have on innovation.

Scott is based in Sydney and holds a degree in Civil Engineering from the University of New South Wales. He also sits on the industry advisory council of the UNSW School of Civil and Environmental Engineering.

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Scott Powell, Aurecon
Scott Powell

Chief Operating Officer