Cost engineer Jobs in Brampton, ON

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Job Description

Senior Geotechnical Engineer

AECOM is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer for our Tailings and Mine Waste team in Canada to lead tailings dam design and serve as an Engineer of Record for tailings management projects across Canada and elsewhere.

This role emphasizes technical leadership and project execution, ensuring technical excellence and compliance with regulatory standards in tailings management.

This position may be based in any of AECOM’s Canadian offices.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the technical delivery of conceptual through detailed designs of mine waste management. facilities (e.g., tailings dams, filtered stacks, co-disposal facilities, waste dumps) and water management facilities (e.g., mine water retention dams, seepage collection ponds).

• Fulfill the role of Engineer of Record (EOR) on tailings dams or similar embankment systems.

• Provide technical direction and mentorship to technical team members.

• Perform independent technical reviews of engineering reports and designs.

• Provide expert advice to clients on engineering matters, including compliance with applicable regulations and standards.

• Actively participate in AECOM’s Technical Practice Group.

• Partner with clients to develop long-term, sustainable solutions.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline.

• 8+ years of progressive experience in the tailings and mine waste sector.

• Previous experience serving as Engineer of Record for large tailings facilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline.

• 20+ years of progressive experience in tailings management, preferably within Canada.

• Highly collaborative, with the ability to build strong working relationships across AECOM and with global project teams.

• Proven experience leading and building multidisciplinary teams.

• Bilingualism in French and English.

• Valid driver’s license.

Additional Information

Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $125000 to $223000.

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.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.

ReqID: J10152637

Business Line: Water

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: Canada

Career Area: Engineering

Work Location Model: Hybrid

Compensation: CAD 125000 - CAD 223000 - yearly