Senior Civil Engineer - Transportation

AECOM; Louisville (KY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to support major transportation infrastructure projects in Louisville, Kentucky. This role acts as a technical lead on large programs and guides design of roadways, bridges, and multimodal systems while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

You will mentor junior engineers, shape project delivery, and advance the transportation practice in Kentucky, with autonomy and opportunities for leadership within a growing team focused on delivering

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree and 8+ years of related experience or equivalent
• Experience delivering transportation projects for public sector clients
• Demonstrated leadership on large multidisciplinary programs

Responsibilities

• Lead technical design for transportation projects including road, bridge, and multimodal elements
• Provide oversight and guidance across roadway, structures, and drainage disciplines
• Manage schedules, budgets, and resources while maintaining client relationships
• Mentor junior engineers and support department staff development
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality solutions

Skills

Civil Engineering

Team Leadership

Project Management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

OpenRoads Designer

Job description

• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line: Transportation
• Work Location Model: Hybrid
• Primary Location: US - Louisville, KY - 500 West Jeffe
• Compensation: USD 125000 - USD 150000 - yearly

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

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.

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

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Senior Civil Engineer to support major transportation infrastructure projects in Louisville, Kentucky. This role will serve as a technical lead on large, ongoing transportation programs while also supporting a strong backlog of work for regional clients. The position offers the opportunity to lead complex roadway, highway, bridge, and multimodal infrastructure efforts while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality solutions for public sector clients.

The successful candidate will play a key role in strengthening AECOM’s transportation practice in Kentucky. This position offers significant autonomy to shape project delivery, mentor junior engineers, and expand technical leadership within the team. AECOM is committed to providing a clear and accelerated career path toward expanded leadership responsibilities for individuals who demonstrate initiative, technical excellence, and a passion for delivering impactful infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as technical lead and project manager for large transportation projects, ensuring successful delivery of scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives.
• Provide technical oversight and guidance for roadway, highway, bridge, and multimodal transportation design projects.
• Support execution of existing transportation programs and contribute to delivery of a strong backlog of work.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including roadway, structures, traffic, drainage, and environmental specialists.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and resources while maintaining strong client relationships.
• Review engineering designs, technical reports, and contract documents to ensure compliance with applicable standards and client requirements.
• Mentor and support the development of junior engineers and technical staff.
• Participate in project planning, risk management, and strategic execution of key transportation initiatives.
• Collaborate with leadership on project staffing, technical strategy, and long-term growth of the transportation team.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree plus 8 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience delivering transportation projects for state or local agencies.
• Demonstrated experience leading roadway, highway, bridge, or multimodal infrastructure projects.
• 12+ years of transportation engineering experience with a focus on managing and delivering complex infrastructure projects.
• Experience serving as a technical lead on large multidisciplinary transportation programs.
• Proven ability to mentor staff and contribute to the development of high-performing engineering teams.
• Computer proficiency in MicroStation and AutoCADsoftware packages, including OpenRoads Designer
• Ability to proactively communicate and lead department staff

Additional Information

• This role does not provide Work Visa sponsorship

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.

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.