Senior Civil Engineer/Project Manager - Water/Wastewater

AECOM is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer / Project Manager to join their Water & Wastewater Conveyance team in Burnaby, BC. This leadership role involves major water and wastewater treatment projects, supporting community growth and sustainability. The ideal candidate is a motivated, collaborative professional with deep experience in civil and municipal engineering, strong technical judgment, and a passion for high-quality infrastructure solutions. Responsibilities include leading design, project management, coordinating with teams, clients, and regulators, and preparing technical documentation.

Must Have

• Lead the design and project management of civil systems for municipal water, wastewater, and/or wastewater drainage conveyance and treatment facilities
• Provide technical design leadership and coordinate with project teams, clients, and regulators
• Prepare design documentation, technical reports, project specifications, and contract documents
• Develop construction cost estimates and conduct constructability reviews
• Support contract administration and perform site inspections during construction
• Contribute to proposal development and project scoping
• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering
• 12 years of relevant experience in civil or municipal engineering
• Experience in planning, design, construction inspection, and contract administration for municipal water/wastewater related projects
• P.Eng with EGBC or the ability to obtain registration within 18 months

Good to Have

• 15+ years leading design and project management for water/wastewater treatment and conveyance infrastructure
• Strong experience in proposal writing and job scoping
• Familiarity with BIM, CAD, and hydraulic modelling platforms
• Contract Administration certification (MMCD, CCDC, etc.)
• Excellent technical writing skills and strong attention to detail
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, contractors, and clients
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment
• Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License

Perks & Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Life insurance
• AD&D benefits
• Disability benefits
• Paid time off
• Leaves of absences
• Voluntary benefits
• Flexible work options
• Well-being resources
• Employee assistance program
• Business travel insurance
• Service recognition awards
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee stock purchase plan

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

AECOM is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer / Project Manager to join our Water & Wastewater Conveyance team. This is an exciting opportunity to take a leadership role on major water and wastewater treatment projects that directly support the growth, resilience, and sustainability of communities across British Columbia.

We’re looking for a motivated, collaborative professional with deep experience in civil and municipal engineering—someone who brings initiative, strong technical judgment, and a passion for delivering high-quality infrastructure solutions. You’ll work closely with multidisciplinary teams, engage directly with clients and regulatory agencies, and play a key role in delivering some of the region’s most impactful projects.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the design and project management of civil systems for municipal water, wastewater, and/or wastewater drainage conveyance and treatment facilities
• Provide technical design leadership and coordinate with project teams, clients, and regulators
• Prepare design documentation, technical reports, project specifications, and contract documents
• Develop construction cost estimates and conduct constructability reviews
• Support contract administration and perform site inspections during construction
• Contribute to proposal development and project scoping

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering + 12 years of relevant experience in civil or municipal engineering
• Experience in planning, design, construction inspection, and contract administration for municipal water/wastewater related projects
• P.Eng with EGBC or the ability to obtain registration within 18 months

Preferred Qualifications:

• 15+ years leading design and project management for water/wastewater treatment and conveyance infrastructure
• Strong experience in proposal writing and job scoping
• Familiarity with BIM, CAD, and hydraulic modelling platforms
• Contract Administration certification (MMCD, CCDC, etc.)
• Excellent technical writing skills and strong attention to detail
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, contractors, and clients
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment
• Valid BC Class 5 Driver’s License

Additional Information

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.