Civil Engineering Director

AECOM; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 170,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Civil Engineering Director to serve as the senior engineering advisor overseeing infrastructure planning, capital programs, real property, and construction oversight for mission-critical assets. This role requires leadership across programs and coordination with contractors, architects, engineers, and government stakeholders.

Ideal candidates hold a PE license, a BS in Civil Engineering, and 10+ years of related experience, including federal portfolios. U.S.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering with 10+ years of related experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Minimum 10 years of civil engineering, facilities management, infrastructure planning, construction management, or real property experience.
• Experience supporting DHS, DoD, or large federal infrastructure portfolios, including Real Property and/or infrastructure management.
• Demonstrated experience in capital project planning and execution.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert civil engineering guidance for infrastructure programs and projects.
• Support facility planning, construction management, and capital improvement initiatives.
• Evaluate facility conditions, lifecycle costs, maintenance requirements, and infrastructure risks.
• Provide technical input for project prioritization and investment decisions.
• Support engineering compliance reviews and policy development.
• Advise leadership on infrastructure modernization strategies.
• Coordinate with contractors, architects, engineers, and government stakeholders.
• Support real property accountability and asset management initiatives.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE)

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Master's Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Company Description

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

Work with Us. Change the World.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

The Civil Engineering Director serves as the senior engineering advisor responsible for providing technical expertise supporting infrastructure planning, capital investment programs, real property management, project prioritization, facilities management, and construction oversight across mission-critical assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert civil engineering guidance for infrastructure programs and projects.
• Support facility planning, construction management, and capital improvement initiatives.
• Evaluate facility conditions, lifecycle costs, maintenance requirements, and infrastructure risks.
• Provide technical input for project prioritization and investment decisions.
• Support engineering compliance reviews and policy development.
• Advise leadership on infrastructure modernization strategies.
• Coordinate with contractors, architects, engineers, and government stakeholders.
• Support real property accountability and asset management initiatives.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• BS in Civil Engineering and 10 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License.
• Due to the nature of the work U.S. Citizenship required.
• Minimum 10 years of civil engineering, facilities management, infrastructure planning, construction management, or real property experience.
• Experience supporting DHS, DoD, or large federal infrastructure portfolios, with experience Real Property and/or infrastructure management within DHS or DoD.
• Demonstrated experience in capital project planning and execution.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Civil Engineering.
• PMP Certification preferred.

Additional Information

• This position does not offer relocation assistance.
• Sponsorship for US Employment Authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $170000 to $270000.

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.

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.