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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

AECOM is seeking a Civil Engineering Lead, for one of our offices in Sacramento, CA.  

SUMMARY

The Civil Engineering Lead will support a variety of engineering tasks in the initial planning, design and modification phase of projects.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Directs and contributes to Civil Design Criteria development for Civil related subjects such as drainage, grading, utilities, etc.
  • Provides support into planning, permitting, environmental and ROW investigations
  • Coordinate with TAP members, the Authority engineers, and technical chapter Authors to facilitate the TAP quarterly meetings
  • Manage, and monitor progress and schedule of technical chapters of criteria development.
  • Support and supervises special studies: Assesses the studies to support design criteria development, Technical Advisory Panel (TAP), third party agreements, and others as necessary
  • Assist in the development of scope, delivery schedule and cost estimates
  • Monitors progress and schedule of deliverables
  • Manages and supervises the civil team to support construction contract packages
  • Coordinate with PCM and System Assurance team to ensure the required design and review procedures, V&V process, and system interfaced requirements specified in GP and PCM manual are followed
  • Supervise the team to perform the Due Diligent Review for civil technical contract submittals
  • Assists in review of Requests for Information (RFIs), Design Variance Requests (DVRs), received from PCM for preparation of the responses
  • Coordinate with technical teams to develop the Directive Memo for issuing to PCM and Design Builder
  • Supervise the team to provide the technical support to Regional Engineering Teams
  • Provide updates of design requirements and technical documents to support the preliminary designs for obtaining approval of environmental clearance application
  • Performs review of the preliminary design submittals
  • Attend the technical discussion meetings

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • BA/BS + 10 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university
  • Professional Engineering License 

Additional Information

  • Travel may be required for this role
  • Sponsorship not provided for this position now or in the future

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. 

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