Project Civil Engineering

AECO; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 105,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM, Denver, CO, seeks a Project Civil Engineer to lead mine tailings storage and heavy civil design. You will guide technical teams, review calculations, and drive quality in investigations, analyses, and designs.

Required BA/BS with 6+ years of experience and a PE license. Colorado/New Mexico/Utah/Arizona licensure is preferred. The role is on-site in Denver with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• BA/BS + 6 yrs of relevant experience or equivalent.
• PE license and U.S. driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide design leadership for mine waste storage facilities and heavy civil projects.
• Review and mentor junior staff and act as technical advisor.
• Develop design procedures, cost estimates, and schedules.
• Prepare technical reports with clear figures and calculations.
• Coordinate with agencies and clients to align scope and permits.

Skills

Project leadership

Mentoring staff

Technical input

Communication

Budgeting & scheduling

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft Word

3D modeling

Job description

• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line: Water
• Work Location Model: On-Site
• Primary Location: US - Denver, CO - 7595 East Technolo
• Compensation: USD 105000.00 - USD 165000.00 - yearly

Company Description

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Job Description

AECOMis seeking a highly motivated Project Civil Engineer to support mine tailings storage facility and heavy civil infrastructure design and analysis as part of the Mining group in Denver Colorado in the planning, analysis and design phases of projects.

Job Summary/ Responsibilities:

• Provides project leadership in the areas of design, investigation, analysis, and construction of civil infrastructure for Mine Waste (Tailings) Storage Facilities and multi-disciplinary mining projects
• Provide direction to and mentoring to other technical staff and serves as technical advisor and reviewer for the project team.
• Provides specialized technical input to studies and design for staff's specific area of expertise.
• Develops study and design procedures to facilitate high-quality cost-effective work by others.
• Performs independent technical reviews of engineering reports and design and signs off on work including quality control review of design calculations, 3D models and drawings.
• Prepares technical specification sections.
• Provides input for the development of engineering budget and schedule to meet requirements.
• Develops reports in Microsoft Word to communicate the technical results of these calculations or design packages, including summaries, figures, tables, methodologies, and explanations.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Provides engineering guidance and oversight to staff level engineers and designers.

Qualifications

Min Requirements

• BA/BS + 6 yrs of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License and ability to pass a MVR

Preferred Qualifications

• PE in Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, Arizona, or ability to acquire a PE in these states
• Master’s OR PhD in Civil Engineering or related field of study
• 8+ years or more of relevant experience
• MSHA Miner training Demonstrated progressive experience in heavy civil infrastructure design (e.g., hydrologic analysis, hydraulic analysis, stormwater management design, earthworks, road grading), construction monitoring and operations.
• Progressive project experience including task leadership on design and design-bid-build projects.
• Ability to lead designs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, schematic drawings, construction specifications, and final working drawings.
• Work with CAD designers to produce construction-level drawings including grading, drainage and roadway plans, profiles, details, and sections.
• Conduct hydraulic analyses and design of channels and culverts.
• Prepare reservoir and pond designs including geosynthetic lining, leak detection/collection systems, outlet works, and spillways.
• Coordinate with OSE, EPA, and other agencies for permit preparation.
• Strong written and oral communication, quantitative and people skills.
• Strong work ethic and professional demeanor.
• Initiative-taking on assignments and demonstrate initiative.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and complete multiple technical tasks under tight deadlines.
• Assist with proposals to provide services and use client credibility gained from delivering high-quality technical services to expand work assignments.
• Communicate with clients to discuss work scope, request information to support project execution, and receive client comments on draft work products.
• Perform work in accordance with agreed upon scope, budget, and schedule.
• Track and manage task budgets and schedules.
• Author reports and prepare/or direct preparation of detailed calculation packages including proper documentation and references.
• Must be resourceful, highly organized, professional with attention to detail and people.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship will not be provided for this role.
• Relocation is not provided for this role.
• Willingness to travel to domestic and international locations for projects.

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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.