Senior Civil Engineer (Mining)

AECOM; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 115,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a highly motivated Senior Civil Engineer and project manager to support surface mining and heavy civil infrastructure design and analysis as part of the Mining Division. The candidate will have demonstrated broad experience in supporting large civil projects, surface mining operations, and design.

Join a global firm delivering complex infrastructure solutions with safety, quality, and schedule at the forefront.

Qualifications

• BA/BS + 8 years of relevant experience or equivalent.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License.
• Master’s OR PhD in Civil Engineering preferred.
• 10+ years of relevant experience preferred.
• MSHA Miner training preferred.
• Ability to obtain CO PE license within 6 months.
• Project management certification (PMP) preferred.
• Progressive civil design, hydrologic/hydraulic analysis, and stormwater experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical input and lead studies and design in civil infrastructure for mining projects.
• Lead project teams and coordinate with clients on civil design, investigations, and water management.
• Develop proposals to grow the Mining practice and mentor staff.
• Review engineering reports, supervise calculation packages, and ensure quality.
• Coordinate with agencies for permit preparation and ensure schedule adherence.
• Produce construction-level drawings including grading and drainage plans.

Skills

Project leadership

Civil design

Hydrologic modeling

Client relationships

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Master's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

HEC-HMS/HEC-RAS

ArcGIS

Job description

Company Description

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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.

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.

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking a highly motivated Senior Civil Engineer and project manager to support surface mining and heavy civil infrastructure design and analysis as part of the growing AECOM Mining Division. The candidate will have demonstrated broad experience in supporting large civil projects, surface mining operations, and design.

Job Summary/Responsibilities

• Provides specialized technical input to studies and design for staff's specific area of expertise.
• Provides technical expertise for studies and design efforts.
• Presents complex technical solutions to clients.
• Provides project leadership in the areas of civil design, investigation, analysis, and water management for Tailings Storage Facilities and multi-disciplinary mining projects.
• Serve as lead engineer or discipline lead on mid- to large size projects.
• Work with existing and potential clients to provide civil engineering and design solutions for mine sites.
• Develop project proposals to support and grow the Mining practice.
• Provide direction to and mentoring to other technical staff in completing project tasks.
• Performs independent technical reviews of engineering reports and design and signs off on work.
• May be responsible for project teams that include 5 or more members often representing multiple disciplines including subcontractor(s)
• Provides estimates, plans, schedules, and conduct or coordinates detailed phases of the engineering projects, focusing on the civil designs, stormwater management of mining projects.
• Provide advice and consultation to clients on engineering matters, including compliance with government laws and regulations.
• Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic modeling and drainage/civil designs.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS + 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s OR PhD in Civil Engineering or related field of study
• 10+ years or more of relevant experience
• MSHA Miner training
• Ability to get a Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, or Colorado Professional Engineer (PE) License within 6 months of employment.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
• Demonstrated progressive experience in civil design, construction documentation, stormwater evaluation, and design (e.g., heavy civil grading, hydrologic analysis, hydraulic analysis, stormwater management design), construction monitoring and operations.
• Progressive project experience to include task leadership and project management roles on design and design-build projects.
• Ability to serve as primary point of contact with the client and develop client relationships.
• 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, culverts, bridges, flow measurement.
• Design channels and energy dissipation structures that include concrete, riprap, articulated concrete block, fabric-formed concrete, and baffle blocks for erosion control.
• Coordinate with OSE, EPA, and other agencies for permit preparation.
• 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

• No sponsorship will be offered for this role now or in the future
• No relocation will be offered for this role.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously.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 $115000 to $185000.

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&DD, 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.

ReqID: J10156323

Business Line: Water

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: West

Career Area: Engineering

Work Location Model: Hybrid

Compensation: USD 115000 - USD 185000 - yearly