Civil Engineer

Company Description

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Job Description

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle from advisory, planning, and design to program and construction management. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver sustainable, resilient, and impactful infrastructure that improves communities worldwide.

AECOM's Water team is actively seeking a creative, highly talented Civil Engineer for a new, full-time position based in our Ottawa, Ontario office. This position offers the opportunity to lead the design of a diverse portfolio of municipal infrastructure projects, including water and wastewater systems, transportation infrastructure, land development, and stormwater management for municipal, provincial, and federal clients.

The successful candidate will bring strong technical expertise, have extensive knowledge and experience in civil engineering and construction management principles, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic consulting environment.

Responsibilities include :

Lead designs and reviews of water and wastewater conveyance infrastructure in a municipal environment including site servicing, grading, drainage, and municipal road reconstruction

Working directly with the group manager, project managers, engineers in training and technical staff on Water projects

Independently perform all the tasks necessary to complete primary design elements for engineering works

Perform work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule with little supervision

Perform constructability reviews

Prepare documentation for design projects and reports

Preparation of technical specifications, tender documents, cost estimates, and contract administration services

Conduct and support technical quality reviews to ensure compliance with applicable standards, guidelines, and regulations

Additional responsibilities will include client communication and management, assistance with proposal preparation, contract preparation and negotiation, coordination with regulatory agencies, permitting, project planning, budgeting, and scheduling

Provide guidance to entry level engineers

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements :

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent) and 4+ years of related experience with conveyance engineering, design, and construction oversight

Registered as a P.Eng. in the province of Ontario

Eligibility to obtain Secret (Level II) Government of Canada security clearance

Preferred Qualifications :

8+ years of related experience specifically in design and construction of municipal water infrastructure and land development projects

Expertise in capacity planning, future demand assessment, operations, and maintenance of water distribution, sanitary and stormwater management systems

Experience designing and reviewing site servicing, grading, drainage, and municipal road designs, as well as conducting field inspections to ensure compliance with municipal standards

Understanding of Low Impact Development (LID) best practices for stormwater management design

Experience preparing Functional Servicing and Stormwater Management Reports, cost estimates and tender packages

Experience assisting in Contract Administration duties including reviewing shop drawings, responding to RFI’s, preparing Change Orders, reviewing Payment Certificates, etc.

Experience assisting in proposal writing and job scoping

Bilingual (English / French) considered an asset

Registered as a P.Eng. in the province of Quebec is an asset

Project management experience (including in an assistant / deputy role) is considered an asset

Valid ON driver’s license and access to a vehicle

Additional Information

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

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $82000 to $130000.

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 2024. 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 : J10143317

Business Line : Water

Business Group : DCS

Strategic Business Unit : Canada

Career Area : Engineering

Work Location Model : Hybrid

Compensation : CAD 82000 - CAD 130000 - yearly