Civil / Environmental Engineer

Company Description

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Job Description

AECOM is actively seeking an Civil/Environmental Engineer to join our growing Western Canada Environment team. The right candidate can work locally from our Burnaby BC office and AECOM can provide hybrid work options to give the flexibility you need to do your best work. This is a regular, full-time position.

We have a significant backlog of major northern mine remediation, solid waste management, remediation and civil design projects in need of great team members. The role encompasses a blend of project management, technical project oversight, client liaison and staff mentoring, adapted to fit your experience and career aspirations. Our preferred candidate has a can-do attitude, is enthusiastic, team-oriented professional, with a strong technical background that is up for the challenge of working on these fascinating projects.

So why join us? At AECOM you can join our local, and global, world class team of civil and environmental professionals where you’ll get to work on various multi-disciplinary and high-profile projects across the country. The role will focus on supporting ongoing northern remediation, solid waste management, geotechnical, and other civil and environmental projects across Western Canada but will also interface with other projects within AECOM’s Environment business.

We have multiple and varied project opportunities and are seeking strong candidates and great people to join our talented team. If you’re ready for the challenge of working in a fast paced, multi-disciplinary environment - this is the career opportunity for you!

Responsibilities

Below are example responsibilities you can expect when working within the AECOM team to deliver all phases of projects:

Engineering Design:

• Developing technical solutions to complete civil grading, site remediation, and solid waste management designs.
• Working with our design teams to develop designs in AutoCAD Civil 3D. Applicant should have experience with supervising and directing modelling as well as reviewing and taking professional responsibility for civil grading designs.
• Preparing documentation for design projects: technical letters, memorandums, reports, drawings, and detailed design packages
• Preparation of project specifications, contract documents, construction packages, and construction cost estimates.
• Preparation of regulatory submittal documents for development.

Project Management:

• Use of systems and reporting as it relates to control of scope, scheduling, and cost
• Proposal writing, job scoping, project plans
• Working in a team setting to meet timelines and quality management requirements
• Exhibiting personal safety leadership in the oversight and execution of all work.
• Manage and deliver on scope and schedule including cross-business line staff coordination.

Supervisory duties:

• Collaborating with junior and intermediate staff on client, co-worker, sub-contractor and sub-consultant communication and management

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• 2+ years of related project management experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant engineering discipline (Civil, Geotechnical, Environmental etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• 4+ years of related experience within civil, municipal, environmental, or geotechnical projects
• Proficient technical writing experience for detailed design reports and regulatory document submissions.
• Valid driver's license
• Travel will likely be required in this position within Canada
• Proficient with MS Office Suite; excellent knowledge of Excel and Word

Below are examples of experience that would be an asset when working in this position:

• Experience with project management, including:
• Development and management of client-facing relationships.
• Providing leadership and project manager expertise in support of ongoing remediation and waste management projects, including the review of work scopes and client deliverables
• o Accountability for project performance and compliance with project delivery expectations o Demonstrating creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in anticipating and solving both routine and unusual project delivery and technical problems.
• Development of strategic proposals and budgets in support of work opportunities.
• Regularly communicate with regulators, clients, and other AECOM technical staff/project managers ·

Technical experience within any following fields:

• Civil engineering design, preferably in earthworks and grading o Solid waste management including new cell design and cell closure
• Mine closure and remediation o Remedial option assessment, implementation, system operation and maintenance
• Geotechnical and/or geological engineering, geochemistry, or mining
• Working within a variety of regulatory frameworks o Construction oversight, QAQC, contract administration o Coordination of designs with drafting teams and/or personal proficiency with AutoCAD ·

Personal Attributes

• Highly developed written communication, time management and organizational skills o Demonstrated interpersonal skills; conduct yourself with integrity, work within multi-disciplined teams, deal with complex issues, and maintain effective working relationships
• Have a high level of initiative and enthusiasm for getting things done

Additional Information

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.