Water-Wastewater Engineer, Project Manager

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AECOM's Water Business Line is seeking a talented Water-Wastewater Project Manager with a passion for water, wastewater conveyance, treatment plant evaluation, design, and construction. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate an established career serving as a client-facing project manager on regional and municipal water and wastewater treatment projects. This position offers a unique opportunity to immediately contribute to an established and successful water practice in the Western and Upstate New York area (Buffalo, NY) working on a diverse range of technically challenging water resources projects.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Lead multi-discipline and complex water and wastewater design projects from the planning through permitting and construction phases, including alternative delivery projects.
• Manage a portfolio of clients with multiple projects, to approved scope, budget, and schedule.
• Perform technical reviews and implement AECOM quality standards.
• Serve as a point of contact internally and externally for projects and clients in the Western and Upstate New York Area.
• Develop and mentor mid-level and junior staff for career development.
• Have decision-making authority and direct others in recognizing risk and uncertainty with plans to mitigate and eliminate such.
• Lead business development activities, including pursuing new clients and projects and serving as leader of proposal efforts, including technical and cost pricing.
• Actively participate in water and wastewater organizations through presentations at conferences and volunteering.
• This position requires travel within New York and nearby states.
• The selected candidate must be available to work in Buffalo, NY on a scheduled basis.

Minimum Requirements:

• BS/BA degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering + 4 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, in water and/or wastewater treatment, pumping, and collection systems.
• Registered Professional Engineer or ability to obtain within 1 year.
• Valid U.S. Driver's License and as a condition of employment, must pass AECOM's Motor Vehicle Records Review.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10+ years of related experience in water/wastewater consulting and engineering management.
• Experience leading scope, technical approach, and pricing efforts for business development activities. 
• Experience in water and/or wastewater treatment, pumping stations, collection systems, and client relations.
• Experience leading client and public presentations.  
• Ability to work collaboratively and motivate staff and project team. 
• Experience leading design build/alternate delivery projects. 

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

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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. 

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