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Company Description

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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 Civil Manager to be based in Columbia, SC (or alternatively from Greenville, SC or Charlotte, NC).  As a Civil Manager with growing technical expertise and experience in demanding design driven projects, you will work with interdisciplinary teams on High Tech and Logistics Projects in a Programmatic approach.  We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.  Here, you will have freedom to grow in a world of Opportunity.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

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  • Design of utilities, roadways, general site development, grading and drainage, best management practices, erosion control, profiles, typical sections, cross sections, hydraulics
  • Drainage studies include low impact development strategies & hydrology.
  • Preparation of drawings, specifications, basis of design, technical memos.
  • Preparation of permits such as NPDES, SWPPP, Grading, DCAB, Civil Support of an Environmental Assessment
  • Works with other professional staff members to collaborate on reports, studies, drawings, and design narratives 
  • Utilizes AutoCad Civil 3D and Microsoft Office products including Excel, Outlook, Word and PowerPoint
  • Works in an office setting with potential meetings outside of the office or visits to sites where a project may be located 
  • Prepares complex project deliverables using a team of junior technical and support staff
  • May have formal supervisory responsibilities defining team operating standards and ensuring essential procedures are followed
  • Assists with proposals to provide services or obtain funding for projects or programs
  • Use client credibility gained from delivering high-quality technical services to expand work assignments
  • Communicates with clients to discuss work scope, request information to support project execution, and receive client comments on draft work products
  • Performs specific and limited portions of a broader assignment of an experienced engineer.
  • Gathers and correlates basic engineering data using established and well-defined procedures
  • Works on detailed or routine engineering assignments involving calculations and relatively simple tests.
  • Proposes approach to solve new problems encountered.
  • Performs interdisciplinary review of project deliverables and identifies discrepancies in results
  • Provides guidance to entry level engineers.
  • Prepares technical specification sections.
  • Performs work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule with moderate supervision

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, plus eight (8) years of relevant Civil Engineering experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
  • 2 years of demonstrated Civil Engineering Management experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 10 or more years of experience
  • A current EIT in the State of South Carolina with ability to attain PE within 2 years
  • Excellent working knowledge of CAD Civil 3D, BIM-Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Sketchup, Lumion, V-Ray and Rhino 3D
  • Experience in Autodesk Revit
  • Experience with Bluebeam, Navisworks and Enscape
  • Experience with Adobe Photoshop and InDesign
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
  • Ability to meet quality, schedule and budget expectations
  • Desire to be mentored by leadership and provide mentorship to junior staff
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Awareness of one's own abilities
  • Detail-oriented and technical, yet experienced enough to see the big picture
  • Must be a highly motivated self-starter with solid writing and verbal communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy of work with a innate desire for follow-through
  • Ability to work independently and with large groups of technical minded people with minimal oversight
  • Ability to multi-task and be flexible and able to adapt to rapidly changing project requirements and deadlines
  • Ability to apply passion and enthusiasm for design in a collaborative and progressive team-oriented work environment
  • Knowledge seeker that is curious about their profession and innovations to serve in better ways
  • Appreciative and service oriented with a willingness to serve in a sense of urgency

Additional Information

  • Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
  • Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future 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. 

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 Civil Engineering Manager, AECOM

At AECOM, we're on the lookout for a passionate Civil Engineering Manager to join our dynamic team in Greenville, SC. If you’re excited about working on high-tech and logistics projects and have a track record in civil engineering, this is the opportunity for you! As a Civil Engineering Manager, you will bring your vast expertise to the forefront, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to tackle complex design projects. Your day-to-day will include spearheading the design of essential utilities, roadways, and site development while ensuring adherence to the latest standards in sustainability and water management. With 8 or more years under your belt, you will guide junior engineers, prepare crucial project deliverables, and take part in the preparation of permits, from NPDES to civil environmental assessments. You’ll utilize your technical skills with software like AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office, collaborating on drawing preparation and specifications alongside other professionals. Emphasizing flexibility, we provide hybrid work options to help you balance your life while making a meaningful impact in the infrastructure sector. Along with your formal supervisory responsibilities, you will leverage your communication skills to engage with clients, ensuring that project scopes are met and that you’re always building strong relationships. At AECOM, you’re not just part of a company; you’re part of a mission-driven team working to create a better world. Join us and be a catalyst for change in civil engineering!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Civil Engineering Manager Role at AECOM
What are the responsibilities of a Civil Engineering Manager at AECOM?

As a Civil Engineering Manager at AECOM, your responsibilities will include overseeing the design of utilities, roadways, and site development, conducting drainage studies, and ensuring projects meet environmental standards. You will also be involved in preparing drawings, specifications, and technical memos while collaborating with junior engineers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality project outcomes.

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What qualifications do I need to apply for the Civil Engineering Manager position at AECOM?

To apply for the Civil Engineering Manager position at AECOM, you should ideally possess a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, along with eight years of relevant civil engineering experience. Additionally, having two years of demonstrated management experience in civil engineering will be essential, along with proficiency in CAD and other design software.

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What software skills are required for the Civil Engineering Manager role at AECOM?

A Civil Engineering Manager at AECOM should have excellent working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D and be proficient in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Familiarity with software like BIM-Revit, Bluebeam, and Adobe Creative Suite is also preferred to effectively tackle design tasks and project deliverables.

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What career development opportunities does AECOM provide for Civil Engineering Managers?

AECOM emphasizes career growth and offers various training and development programs designed to enhance your technical skills and leadership abilities. Working in a supportive environment, you will have the opportunity to mentor junior staff and expand your expertise through innovative projects that transform local and global communities.

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Can Civil Engineering Managers at AECOM work remotely?

Yes, AECOM promotes a hybrid work model that provides flexibility for Civil Engineering Managers to work from an office, remote location, or client site. This structure allows you to balance your personal life while contributing effectively to transformative projects in the infrastructure field.

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