Civil Engineer

Position Overview

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. We are seeking a highly talented and motivated Civil Engineer to join our Central California team. This role supports the growth of the Central California Department by meeting the engineering needs of local Special District and Municipal clients and supporting other Water Business Line regions. You will leverage technical expertise, project management, and business development skills in water/wastewater and civil engineering projects while mentoring emerging professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance in the planning stage including funding applications, environmental reviews, Right of Way acquisitions, preliminary engineering studies, basis of design reports, master planning, and rate/connection fee studies.
• Offer technical leadership during design by preparing construction drawings, technical specifications, and cost estimates.
• Guide the bidding process by attending pre-bid meetings, answering RFI's, preparing addenda, and analyzing bids.
• Manage engineering services in the construction phase – from review of RFIs and shop drawing submittals to full construction administration including inspection services.
• Mentor and develop younger professionals.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently, overseeing scope, schedules, and budgets while ensuring compliance with AECOM’s Quality Assurance and Quality Control Program.
• Lead technical project teams to deliver projects on scope, schedule, and budget by incorporating client requirements, managing contract terms, change processes, and financial KPIs.
• Track financial aspects using prescribed tools, manage scope changes, and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
• Delegate tasks effectively and ensure resource allocation integrates global resources into local delivery.
• Conduct marketing efforts to secure new clients in alignment with the Water Business Line growth strategies.
• Meet regularly with existing clients to pursue work under current master services on call contracts.
• Prepare Statements of Qualifications and Proposals in response to RFPs/RFQs while tracking clients' Capital Improvement Project lists to preposition AECOM for new work.

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS with 6+ years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• California Professional Engineering License.

Preferred Qualifications

• 8+ years overall professional experience with at least 5 years in a prominent engineering role.
• Proven experience in managing engineering projects with a strong ability to influence and drive toward a common vision.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Experience in team management, scheduling of staff and resources, and delivering projects on time and budget.
• Strong skills in preparing proposals, cost estimates, schedules, change orders, and a strategic perspective in project management.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Benefits tailored to meet diverse needs.
• Paid Time Off and leave programs to support work–life balance.
• Flexible Work Options including well-being resources and employee assistance programs.
• Retirement Savings Plan with options such as employee stock purchase and service recognition awards.