Engineering Technical Director - Conveyance Systems

About the role

AECOM's Water Business Line is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Project Manager/Technical Lead in Conveyance to lead our growing Pipeline Design Practice, with a home base in New England. The position is flexible between our Boston MA, Chelmsford MA, Rocky Hill CT or Providence RI office and is a hybrid position.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers and designers in the design and engineering of large diameter pipeline projects from conception to completion
• Collaborate with project managers and clients to ensure successful project delivery
• Develop and review design and construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates
• Evaluate and improve the selection and/or modification of standard techniques, procedures, criteria and systems for conveyance projects
• Prepare engineering reports and technical studies such as Basis of Design report and technical memorandums to support project delivery
• Conduct field inspections and assessments to ensure compliance with design standards and regulations
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and design staff
• Assist senior engineers/designers with developing and managing the project scope, budget, staffing, and schedule
• Stay current on industry trends and advancements in pipeline design and engineering
• Assess trends in the marketplace, lead strategy, and assist proposal development with support from local and national staff to capture expanded suite of services

Qualifications

• BA/BS in civil, mechanical, or related engineering degree, and 8+ years of related experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience with design, analysis, installation, inspection, leak detection and management of conveyance projects in urbanized, congested areas
• Experience with the design of water, sewer, and drainage infrastructure 18-inches in diameter and larger

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of extensive project experience in municipal water, wastewater and/or stormwater large diameter pipeline design, analysis, installation, inspection, leak detection, and management in design within dense urban settings
• Master's degree in civil, Water Resources, or Environmental Engineering
• Strong knowledge of pipeline design codes, standards, and regulations
• Pipeline condition assessment and rehabilitation experience
• Understanding of construction methods, such as open-cut and trenchless (micro tunneling, jack and bore, etc.) for sewer and water infrastructure
• Licensed PE in the state of MA, CT, or RI, or ability to obtain
• Strong communication skills in coordinating with clients, sub-consultants, regulatory agencies, and members of the public to accomplish assigned objectives
• Self-motivated, requiring minimal oversight
• Demonstrated understanding of various methods and technologies to perform assessment and design of large diameter pipeline systems
• Proven excellent leadership skills and demonstrated ability to successfully work in diverse teams