AECOM · 5 months ago
Lead Water Resources Engineer & Project Manager
Raleigh, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$95K/yr - $145K/yr
6+ years expAECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm dedicated to delivering a better world. They are seeking a creative and highly talented engineer and project manager to lead and manage a variety of water resources, stormwater, and natural resources engineering projects, providing technical leadership and mentoring to junior staff.
Civil EngineeringConstructionConsultingEnergyGovernmentInformation Technology
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serve as a project and technical manager for stormwater planning, design, and implementation projects
Lead preparation of project proposals and agreements
Lead multidisciplinary teams in the preparation of design and construction drawings and documents (including opinions of probable construction cost) for stormwater infrastructure projects (including green stormwater infrastructure and nature-based solutions)
Provide technical direction, oversight, and review of project deliverables including performing technical quality review in accordance with AECOM quality standards
Prepare, review, and seal design documents as a licensed professional engineer in North Carolina
Provide bid and construction phase services for a variety of clients
Organize and lead routine project communications with clients including in-person and virtual meetings
Maintain existing client relationships and contracts through successful project delivery
Develop new client relationships and lead business development efforts in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia
Play a key role in the development of statements of qualifications (SOQs) and proposals in response to requests for qualification (RFQs) and requests for proposals (RFPs)
Attend and facilitate client meetings and coordinate with regulatory agencies
Coordinate with and provide direction to AECOM project team members and subcontractors (when used)
Participate in local and regional water resources organizations, as appropriate, on behalf of AECOM, including attending and presenting at technical conferences
Some local travel will be required in North Carolina; occasional travel outside of local area may be required
Qualification
Required
BA/BS in Civil, Environmental, or related engineering field and 6+ years of demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
Professional engineering license in the State of North Carolina or ability to obtain licensure within 6 months of start date
Valid Driver's License and as a condition of employment must be able to pass AECOM's Motor Vehicle Records review
Due to the nature of work, U.S. Citizenship is required
Preferred
8+ years of progressive engineering experience in the public and/or private sector
2+ years of experience working in the capacity of a project manager
2+ years of experience leading and developing teams
Experience and confidence to work independently to produce high quality deliverables on time and within budget
Experience developing design/construction plans and specifications
Experience with business development and client relationship management
Ability to obtain AECOM Project Manager certification within 12 months of start date
Professional engineering license in the Commonwealth of Virginia or ability to obtain licensure within 12 months of start date
Experience interacting appropriately with regulatory personnel and clients for routine tasks
Stormwater infrastructure planning, design, and implementation experience
Green stormwater infrastructure and nature-based solutions experience
Watershed modeling, planning, and management experience including stormwater master planning
Ecological restoration experience including stream, floodplain, and wetland restoration
Coastal planning, design, and implementation experience
Experience with hydraulic analysis, drainage and grading design, specification writing, and preparing design documents and reports
Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Bluebeam, and/or other drafting software
NPDES/TMDL/water quality experience
FEMA LOMA/LOMR/CLOMR experience
NPDES MS4 permit compliance experience
404/401 permitting experience
Pre- and post-construction permitting experience
Experience in federal, state, and private funding including loan and grant programs
North Carolina Dam Safety Program experience
Familiarity with ISW and MS4 permitting requirements
Benefits
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
Employee stock purchase plan
Company
AECOM
AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.2BKey Investors
Australian Renewable Energy Agency
2025-07-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
2012-12-31Grant· $0.01M
2007-05-11IPO
Leadership Team
W. Troy Rudd
CEO
Sandra Broughton
Corporate Vice President - Global Head of Travel
Recent News
2026-01-06
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