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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 seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to join our Ports and Marine team who is excited by the prospect of leading design teams from concept planning through design development and construction phases services on a wide range of waterfront infrastructure projects across our East Region Marine group which is based out of New York City, NY.  In this role, it is envisioned that you will work on domestic and international design-build, progressive design-build and design-bid-build projects.  

The Senior Engineering Manager will be the Technical Lead of maritime/waterfront design projects that are anticipated to include ports and harbors, container terminals, offshore wind terminals and turbine foundations, coastal resiliency and industrial parcel redevelopment opportunities.

The Marine Senior Engineering Manager has the following responsibilities (but not limited to):

  • Supports, oversees and coordinates engineering & design production activities for an operating unit with a specific focus on alternative delivery projects including design-build and progressive design-build.
  • Generates assessments, makes recommendations and implements decisions that are recognized as authoritative. 
  • Initiates and maintains contact with senior-level management within the company and is skilled in design development, contract document preparation, compliance with budget and schedule requirements, effective communication with construction teams and understands the need for timely resolution of critical issues for on-site construction to be successful. At this level, the individual will have demonstrated understanding of project delivery requirements, creativity, foresight, ability to work with and lead a multi-disciplinary design team and can comprehend and convey client objectives, develop designs that respond to project goals and deliver high quality technical excellence. 
  • Demonstrates mature judgment in anticipating and solving both routine and unusual technical problems, determining operational objectives and requirements, organizing programs and projects, and developing standards and guidelines for diverse engineering activities. 
  • Supervision received is essentially administrative with assignments given in terms of broad general objectives and limits.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements: 

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or related degree plus (10) ten years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of education and/or experience
  • Demonstrated experience in Marine, Ports and/or Terminal engineering design
  • Demonstrated experience managing multi-discipline design teams on design-build projects
  • Professional Engineering License (PE) in Structural or Civil

Preferred Requirements:

  • 15+ years of design and/or construction experience
  • Experience running multiple infrastructure projects with construction values that exceed $100 million
  • Experience with marine and waterfront structures
  • Proficiency in several of the following: AutoCAD, Revit, SAP2000, Bentley RAM Suite, Tedds, Enercalc, MathCAD, Hilti Profis, Bluebeam, STAAD.pro, LPILE
  • Experience with building structures that have large-scale horizontal footprints

 

Additional Information

Relocation is not available for this position.

Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future 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. 

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What You Should Know About Senior Engineering Manager - Ports & Marine, AECOM

Join AECOM as a Senior Engineering Manager in our dynamic Ports and Marine team in New York, NY, and help us shape the future of waterfront infrastructure! In this role, you'll lead design teams through every phase, from concept planning to construction, tackling exciting projects that might include ports, harbors, and even innovative offshore wind terminals. Your extensive background in marine and terminal engineering design will help you oversee and coordinate engineering activities while ensuring that our projects meet high standards of quality and efficiency. You'll also engage with senior management, manage multi-disciplinary design teams, and resolve any challenges on-site with your mature judgment and creativity. We value your experience, so bring your bold ideas and enjoy being part of a team that strives to deliver a better world. Here at AECOM, we’re not just about designing projects; we’re dedicated to creating a legacy that echoes through communities and generations. If you’re looking to make a lasting impact in the civil or structural engineering realm, this is your chance to thrive in an inspiring and collaborative environment.

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