Municipal/Civil Engineer

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Job Description

Ready for a new adventure? Take your engineering career North to Yellowknife, where you can work on meaningful infrastructure projects by day and spend your weekends exploring spectacular lakes, trails and wilderness. From paddling and fishing in summer to skiing, snowmobiling and chasing the Northern Lights in winter, Yellowknife offers a lifestyle as unique as the work.

AECOM is searching for a Municipal /Civil Engineer to be based in our Yellowknife, NWT office for our Water team. The successful candidate will have an understanding and significant experience in civil engineering, civil technology, the design and construction of municipal infrastructure and is familiar with conveyance design. You will be expected to work successfully within a team environment and be able to communicate effectively with other project team members and customers. You will have a high level of initiative, motivation, and displays drive, energy and enthusiasm for getting things done. You will be supporting in the delivery of infrastructure to customers mostly within the municipal storm water, water and wastewater sector. 

The responsibilities of this position include:

• Design of civil systems associated with municipal water and/or wastewater /drainage conveyance facilities
• Prepare documentation for design projects and reports
• Prepare construction cost estimates
• Preparation of project specifications and contract documents
• Perform constructability reviews, contract administration, construction inspections 
• Familiarity with hydraulic models including for green infrastructure
• Assistance with proposal preparation; coordination with regulatory agencies, project planning, budgeting, and scheduling

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering
• 4+ years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education in hydraulic modelling, planning, design construction inspection, contract administration
• Eligible for registration as a P.Eng with NAPEG or within 6 months of hire 

PREFERRED

QUALIFICATIONS

• 6+ years of experience with civil engineering, hydraulic modelling, planning, design construction inspection, contract administration
• Training and experience in project management
• Experience in proposal writing and job scoping
• Working knowledge of water / wastewater / drainage conveyance infrastructure in a Municipal environment, including both gravity and pressurized systems
• Familiarity with Hydraulic Modelling platforms
• Working knowledge of blue and green infrastructure: ponds, wetlands, bioswales, raingardens, etc.
• Excellent written skills needed for technical reports
• Valid NT Driver's License and access to a vehicle
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, contractors and clients
• Comfortable working in a multi-disciplinary environment

Additional Information

• Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.
• Relocation support is available for this position.

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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. 

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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.