Civil Project Engineer

Company Description

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Civil Project Engineer for immediate employment in the Kitchener office. This is a new role and a great opportunity for an intermediate level Municipal Engineer with design experience who is seeking a role that allows them to expand their experience and responsibility. The appropriately qualified candidate will have a proven track record in design, design reviews, proposal writing, report writing, and client liaison with the experience and enthusiasm to enhance and grow a municipal design team. The successful candidate will be expected to support in the delivery of infrastructure to customers primarily within the municipal water, wastewater and stormwater sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead municipal infrastructure design teams delivering complex water, wastewater, and transportation projects, including watermain, sewer, roadway, site servicing, pumping, storage, and distribution systems.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication, technical expertise, and project delivery leadership.
• Prepare technical documentation, proposals, reports, specifications, and project correspondence.
• Support contract administration activities, including contractor coordination, progress reviews, payment certifications, and site meetings.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across regional offices to deliver high-quality solutions for clients.
• Contribute to business development initiatives, proposals, and client growth opportunities.
• Manage project budgets, financial controls, and delivery objectives.
• Address contractor and public inquiries with professionalism and timely solutions.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering (or equivalent)
• 4+ years of related working experience in municipal civil engineering design and AutoCAD
• P. Eng designation within Canada
• Design experience in surface grading, water and sewer pipe networks and detail design
• Access to a vehicle and a valid ON driver's license to work in field or office

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in stormwater management, transportation infrastructure, land development, and site servicing design.
• Experience with design of trenchless methods for installation of small and large diameter watermains and sewers
• Proficiency with design tools such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, and water distribution modelling software.
• Construction inspection and field experience.
• Familiarity with water and wastewater treatment systems.
• Certification such as PMP or related are an asset
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary environment and work across both field and office settings.

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 $75000 to $96000.

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: J10156002

Business Line: Water

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: Canada

Career Area: Engineering

Work Location Model: Hybrid

Compensation: CAD 75000 - CAD 96000 - yearly

#J-18808-Ljbffr