Company Description

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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.

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Job Description

The Water Division of AECOM has an exciting career opportunity for a Water/Wastewater Engineer/ Project Manager with skills and experience in the design and management of water and wastewater treatment plants. The emphasis for this position is on process design, design coordination and project management skills to develop water and wastewater treatment plant design activities involving a technical design team of various levels and disciplines of engineers and CAD designers.

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

• Manage a variety of multi-disciplinary water and wastewater projects including master plans, studies, conceptual design, preliminary design, detailed design, design reports, tendering, approvals, contract administration, site inspection and warranty services.

• Design coordination of municipal water/wastewater projects that include multi-disciplinary engineering teams, including structural, architectural, building mechanical, process mechanical, I&C, electrical, etc.

• Development and preparation of technical analysis, report writing, and conceptual / preliminary / detailed designs

• Organizing project teams to support project design and execution

• Leading project delivery against established budgets, schedules, and quality expectations

• Managing client relationships and maintaining regular client contact to solicit feedback on project performance and taking appropriate actions to address any concerns

• Provide clear and focused leadership on all project functions related to project design, project control, and construction administration to meet overall project goals.

• Participate in business development activities including leading and development of all aspects of proposal submissions.

• Effectively maintain and develop healthy client relationship throughout the project execution and project close-out.

• Create a team environment that supports AECOM’s Client focus, where employees meet the expectations, requirements, and agreements of our Clients.

• Define the project quality requirements. Ensure compliance with AECOM, APEGA and Client quality policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements :

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Chemical or Civil Engineering, or a related field, plus 6+ years of relevant experience in municipal water/wastewater projects, including a balanced mix of office and field work, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous experience in design of water and wastewater treatment plants
• Project management experience coordinating multi-disciplinary teams on design projects
• Registration with APEGA as a P.Eng or ability to obtain within 6 months

Preferred Qualifications :

• 10+ years of relevant work experience, including a good combination of office and field experience

• Established relationships with clients in Western Canada

• Understanding of the applicable design standards in Western Canada

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to form productive relationships with co-workers and with clients

• Effective time management and delegation skills

• Excellent communication skills including written, spoken, presentation, and report writing

Additional Information

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

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.