Civil Engineer/Project Manager

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

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

At AECOM we balance the world’s need for safe, reliable water with protecting this critical natural resource for the future through a deep understanding of interconnected systems. Our professionals work in and across the major markets to deliver comprehensive solutions that safeguard human health and the environment.

We work with clients across the entire project life cycle — from initial planning studies through final construction and operations and maintenance services — on both traditional and alternative project-delivery options (design-build, public-private partnerships and financing). We design projects that are fully constructible.

AECOM is searching for a Civil Engineer/Project Manager to be based in our Burnaby, BC office for our Water and Wastewater conveyance group. You will have a solid understanding and significant experience in civil engineering, civil technology, project management, design and construction of municipal infrastructure and is familiar with hydraulic modelling and planning principles.  You will be expected to work successfully within a team environment and be able to communicate effectively with other project team members and customers.  You will have a high level of initiative, motivation, and displays drive, energy and enthusiasm for getting things done. You will be expected to support in the delivery of infrastructure to customers mostly within the municipal storm water, water and wastewater sector.

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

• Design and project management of civil systems associated with municipal water and/or wastewater /drainage conveyance facilities
• Prepare documentation for design projects and reports
• Prepare construction cost estimates
• Preparation of project specifications and contract documents
• Perform constructability reviews
• Perform contract administration
• Perform construction inspections

Additional responsibilities will include client communication and management; proposal preparation; coordination with regulatory agencies, project planning, budgeting, and scheduling.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering + 6 years  of relevant experience in civil engineering or municipal engineering.
• Eligible for registration as P.Eng with EGBC within 6 months

Preferred Qualifications: 

• 8+ years experience with water / wastewater / drainage conveyance infrastructure in a Municipal environment, including both gravity and pressurized systems
• Experience in proposal writing and job scoping
• Experience with civil engineering, planning, design, construction inspection, contract administration
• Training and experience in managing municipal water and wastewater related projects
• Working knowledge of blue and green infrastructure: ponds, wetlands, bioswales, raingardens, etc.
• Familiarity with Hydraulic Modelling platforms
• MMCD Contract Administration certification
• Excellent written skills needed for technical reports
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, contractors and clients
• Comfortable working in a multi-disciplinary environment

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.

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.