Senior Municipal/Civil Engineer

Company Description

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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 searching for a well-connected and skilled individual to lead our teams and projects in the Prairie region. Candidates should have extensive consulting experience to build relationships internally and externally and use their municipal infrastructure experience, client relationship and account management experience to grow opportunities within Calgary and surrounding areas.

The Senior Municipal/Civil Engineer role is a blend of project execution, team guidance and management, marketing/business development and workgroup administration functions. The qualified applicant will have an understanding and significant experience in civil engineering projects, in the areas of water, sanitary and stormwater systems and construction management principles. You will have extensive experience with the design, construction, operations and maintenance of municipal infrastructure systems. This role will include team building, mentoring staff, client management and proposal preparation. 

Responsibilities of this position include:

• Contribute significantly to the successful design, production, coordination and management of municipal infrastructure projects
• Effectively manage projects on time and on budget with quality, meeting client expectations
• Work closely with other discipline Engineers, Designers and Project Managers as a key team player within an integrated multi-disciplinary project delivery team
• Demonstrate commitment to excellence and innovation
• Ensure accuracy, completeness and quality of technical information and project documentation in accordance with QA/QC programs
• Ensure that engineering deliverables comply with applicable regulations, standards, corporate procedures and sound engineering practices
• Willingness to work flexible hours under a variety of conditions
• Prepare project designs and tender documents
• Supervise and provide guidance to technical staff
• Assist in the preparation of proposals and budget estimates
• Comply with corporate safety goals and internal project management systems 

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements :

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and 8+ years of consulting experience in the planning, design and construction of municipal infrastructure or water resources related projects or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Registered as a Professional Engineer in Alberta or ability to obtain within 6 months

Preferred Qualifications :

• 15+ years of consulting experience in the planning, design and construction of municipal infrastructure or water resources related projects
• Previous experience overseeing and coordinating all technical aspects of small to mid-size projects
• Strong computer skills including advanced working knowledge of Word and Excel
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills as well as effective report writing
• Natural business development capabilities and strong client relationship management skills are an asset

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.