Water/Wastewater Engineering Discipline Lead - job 3 of 5

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The Water Business Line of AECOM is actively seeking a Water/Wastewater Engineering Discipline Lead for our Louisville, KY office. 

The qualified candidate should have in-depth experience in the analysis and design of water/wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, collection systems, and conveyance, as well as experience in project management and client relationships. This role offers an exciting opportunity to focus on technical design, client business growth, project delivery leadership and mentoring of developing engineering staff by leveraging top notch regional and national water/wastewater engineering expertise and capabilities. The appropriately qualified applicant will have the opportunity to manage and work with an established team of professional engineers on a variety of water, wastewater, and storm water design projects.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provides technical leadership for a specialty and is considered to be a fully capable professional in their field. 
• Working with senior members of our Water Business Line team to seek new municipal business opportunities 
• Managing projects, including scoping, task management, invoicing and final closeout.
• Planning, scheduling, conducting/coordinating detailed phases of engineering work of a major project, or several small-moderate scope projects
• Supervising and mentoring junior staff 
• Overseeing the planning and design of various project elements, the preparation of project reports, hydraulic models, calculations, drawings, construction plans and specifications, permitting packages, and documents for inclusion in the final project deliverables 
• Coordination with clients, sub-consultants, regulatory agencies, and members of the public will be necessary to accomplish assigned objectives

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

Preferred Qualifications:

• 12+ years of design experience related to Water treatment and/or conveyance
• PE license in the state of Kentucky or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
• Experience working on municipal projects
• Experience and familiarity with the following programs is preferred: ArcGIS, SWMM, and/or Storm/Sewer/WaterCAD, ATF Fathom, Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Experience working with local clients in the Louisville area region is a plus.
• Proven interpersonal skills, including client interaction, public speaking and persuasive ability; strong project financial management along with ability to work in and work towards leading a multi-disciplined team.

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.