Senior Civil Design and Program Manager

Job Description

AECOM’s Water Business Line is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Civil Design and Program Manager to lead our growing Civil Design Practice, with a home base in Buffalo, NY, Rochester, NY or Syracuse, NY. It is expected that this role will provide support to projects throughout the Northeast US. This is a hybrid position.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in municipal water, wastewater, and/or stormwater design, analysis, inspection and management in dense urban settings. The preferred candidate will have a proven ability to lead a team of engineers and designers to deliver successful projects. General technical background in condition assessment and implementing management solutions for pressurized water systems is also desired.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work within an established and successful local and national group that offers a diverse range of technical challenges and career development opportunities. In this role, you will also have an opportunity to mentor junior staff and interact with key clients. Join our growing civil design practice and help us continue to deliver innovative and successful projects.

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

• Lead complex design projects from the planning through permitting and construction phases, including alternative delivery projects.
• Experience working with mid-level staff and leading multi-discipline project design teams locally and remotely.
• Interface with client and regulatory agencies and play a major role on presentations to existing or potential clients.
• Experience in civil and stormwater design.
• Design of pipe conveyance and coordination/understanding of modeling of collection systems.
• Develop and review design and construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Oversee and prepare engineering reports and documentations.
• Prepare engineering services proposals, fee estimates, and schedules.
• Conduct field inspections and assessments to ensure compliance with design standards and regulations.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and design staff.
• Stay current on industry trends and advancements in design and engineering.
• Assess trends in the marketplace and lead strategy and assist with proposal development with support from local and national staff to capture expanded suite of services AECOM can offer clients.
• Provide construction administration support.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Civil or Environmental engineering, or other related field required, and 10 years of relevant experience.
• Professional Engineer in the state of NY, or ability to obtain PE licensure within 1 year of employment.
• Demonstrated experience developing engineering deliverables such as engineering reports, design drawings, technical specifications, and other detailed engineering deliverables.
• Proven and demonstrated experience working on stormwater, water, wastewater, or flood protection/resilience projects.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License and as a condition of employment, must pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records Review.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 15 years of extensive project experience in municipal water, wastewater and/or stormwater design, analysis, installation, inspection, and management in design within dense urban settings
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to be client-facing.
• Strong knowledge of water/wastewater/stormwater design codes, standards, and regulations
• Pipeline condition assessment and rehabilitation experience
• Experience with combined sewer overflow communities with planning, design and construction of combined sewer overflow infrastructure (Storage tanks/tunnels/sewer separation)
• Coordination of projects with civil design and modeling teams
• Strong communication skills in coordinating with clients, sub-consultants, regulatory agencies, and members of the public to accomplish assigned objectives.
• Strong commitment to ensuring safe project execution.
• Must have excellent organizational skills and be able to work well in a team environment.
• Makes decisions independently on engineering problems and methods.
• Self-starter and ability to take initiative.
• Experienced technical writer.

Additional Information

This position does not offer sponsorship

This position does not offer relocation

THIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY, AND AECOM INTENDS TO FILL THIS POSITION BY OCTOBER 29, 2026.

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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 2025. 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.