Civil Engineer; Cost​/Focused

Job Description

The Central Civil Works Department is growing quickly and we are looking for a General Civil Engineer who enjoys the design of new and rehabilitated flood risk management systems, locks and dams, flood walls, navigation floodgates, stormwater pumping stations, outfalls, spillways, and ecosystem restoration. This hybrid position works with teams across the nation and the world.

• Design
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  Develop quantities, plans, specifications, cost estimates, construction schedules, technical reports, and other project documents; utilize standard techniques, procedures, and criteria while gaining an understanding of advanced methods of construction and innovative solutions for flood risk management projects from planning through construction.
• Construction Cost Estimate and Schedule
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  Assist and be mentored by our expert construction cost estimator and scheduler. Learn to use software like MII/MCACES and Primavera. Responsibilities include performing quantity takeoffs, pricing labor, equipment and materials, developing indirect cost models, calculating escalation, and producing total project cost rollups.
• Collaborate
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  Coordinate with multiple disciplines on small to mega projects to determine the best civil design.
• Deliver Quality
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  Oversee and review work produced by others, as well as follow all quality control measures to ensure timely and accurate results.
• Explore and Harness
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  Seek opportunities to innovate and trial new methods by being inquisitive and forward thinking.
• Additional work includes:
  • Perform peer reviews, conduct site visits at active construction sites to examine field conditions, site work that is under construction, and as‑built conditions.
  • Assist with proposals, presentations, and design charrettes as needed.
• Pursue Your Future at AECOM
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  Build the position into technical leadership, people management, project management, or business development.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related engineering field and 4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency.
• Professional Engineer license in one state in the US and able to easily obtain licenses in other states via reciprocity; NCEES profile is a plus.
• Experience with Bentley Open Roads or AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Valid driver’s license required.

• Design of flood risk management projects.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, contractors and clients.
• Understanding of design and construction requirements for flood risk management projects such as dams, locks, levees, channels, rivers, sediment control features, etc.
• Experience working on federal projects for agencies like USACE, USIBWC, FEMA, NRCS.
• Experience with MII/MCACES software or Excel‑based estimating platforms.
• Experience with Primavera or Microsoft Project.

• Relocation is not available for this role.
• Sponsorship is not offered for this position now or in the future.

• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits.
• Paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options.
• Well‑being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards.
• Retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase plan.

USD 75,000 - USD 130,000 yearly.

Hybrid – work with us remotely and on-site.

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.