Water Resources Engineering Discipline Leader

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AECOM’s Water Business Line is seeking a talented and experienced Water Resources Engineering Discipline Leader to support water resources related planning, design, and construction projects throughout the New York, New Jersey, and greater Eastern US Region. This position is a part-time/on call role.  

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the planning, design, construction, and operation of civil, structural and/or geotechnical design and review of major water project including levees, dams, floodwalls, seawalls, gates and gate-wells, pump stations, conveyance channels.  The candidate will serve as an advisor to the design teams and will perform technical reviews to verify that design documents are in compliance with applicable design standards including USACE engineering regulations and manuals. 

 The position offers a unique opportunity to work within an established and successful regional and national group that offers a diverse range of technical challenges and career development opportunities. In this role, you will have an opportunity to mentor junior staff and interact with key clients. Join our team and help us continue to deliver innovating and successful projects.

The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to: 

• Serve as advisor to design teams.

• Perform technical reviews for compliance with applicable design standards including USACE engineering regulations and manuals.

• Assess trends in the marketplace and support business development activities related to water projects, including strategy, approach, and engineering fee.

• Mentor and develop junior water process and design staff.

• Participate in local and national professional organizations, including attending and presenting at conferences.

 

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering + 8 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience/or education. 

• Professional Engineer (PE) license. 

• Experience with the planning, design, construction, and operation of civil, structural and/or geotechnical design and review of major water project including levees, dams, floodwalls, seawalls, gates and gate-wells, pump stations, conveyance channels.

Preferred Requirements:

• Master's Degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical Engineering is highly preferred.

• 10+ years of extensive related project experience.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to be client-facing.

• Strong knowledge of water design codes, standards, and regulations.

• Strong communication skills in coordinating with clients, sub-consultants, regulatory agencies, and members of the public to accomplish assigned objectives.

• Strong commitment to ensuring safe project execution.

• Must have excellent organizational skills and be able to work well in a team environment.

• Makes decisions independently on engineering problems and methods.

• Self-starter and ability to take initiative.

• Experienced technical writing.

This position does not offer sponsorship

This position does not offer relocation assistance

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. 

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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. 

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