Civil Design Manager

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AECOM is actively seeking a Civil Design Manager for immediate employment in our Bloomfield, NJ office.  

The successful candidate will support the Water Business Line Design Team to complete a diverse range of projects related to riverine and coastal flood risk management, dam and levee safety, and stormwater management.  The projects include design of levees, floodwalls, closure gates, weirs, dams, channels, pump stations and other hydraulic structures.

AECOM is proud to provide our employees with exciting, challenging projects. The work will involve the design of reinforced concrete structures and foundations, and appurtenant steel structures, gates), and the candidate must be familiar with ASCE and ACI design codes, as well as the Army Corps Engineering Regulations and Design Manuals.

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

• Develop and manage multidisciplinary project schedules and budgets.
• Develop or review basis of design documents.
• Provide technical leadership for civil, hydraulic, or structural design disciplines.
• Provide supervision of less experienced engineers.
• Review drawings (plans and details) and visual aids through coordination with designers.
• Reviews quantity calculations, prepares reports, and creates report figures.
• Performs assignments designed to develop professional knowledge and abilities, requiring application of standard engineering techniques, procedures, and codes.
• Participate in client meetings and presentations.
• Perform site visits and inspections.
• Provide construction support including reviewing construction submittals and RFIs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering plus 10 Years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Experience related to flood control design or dam safety.
• PE License.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Experience with hydraulic structure related design criteria from the USACE, FERC and Reclamation
• 15+ years of previous dams, floodwalls, gate chambers or other hydraulic structures design experience.
• Proficiency with design and modeling software, Mathcad, and Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Familiar with AutoCAD and/or Microstation.
• PE in NY and/or NJ or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire. 

• Sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Relocation is not available for this position.

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.