Senior Water Conveyance Project Manager

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM’s Water Business Line seeks a Senior Water Conveyance Project Manager to lead pipeline rehabilitation and design efforts across the United States. The role involves interfacing with clients and regulators, developing plans, and overseeing cost estimates from planning through construction.

The candidate will bring extensive civil/structural engineering experience, strong leadership, and a track record in water infrastructure projects, with travel across the US required.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or related field +8 years of related experience or equivalent.
• Licensed PE.
• 8 years of project experience in municipal water, wastewater and/or stormwater pipeline design, analysis, installation, and inspection.
• 8 years of experience with pipeline design codes, standards, and regulations.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License and must pass MVR.

Responsibilities

• Technical lead for pipeline rehabilitation and design.
• Interface with client and regulatory agencies.
• Develop and review design and construction plans, specs, and cost estimates.
• Conduct field inspections and pipeline condition assessments; assess remaining useful life and renewal needs.
• Work on projects related to pipeline failure analysis and forensics.
• Plan through design and construction for water, sewer, and stormwater pipelines.

Skills

Civil engineering

Project management

Communication

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) license

BS in Civil/Structural Engineering

Master's degree

Tools

Mathcad

MATLAB

FEA

2D/3D CAD

Job description

• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line: Water
• Work Location Model: Hybrid
• Primary Location: US - Boston, MA - One Federal St
• Compensation: USD 140,000 - USD 180,000 - 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’s Water Business Line is seeking a talented Senior Water Conveyance Project Manager. This position will report to one of the AECOM offices in the United States including but not limited to Boston, MA; Buffalo, New York; Conshohocken, Pennsylvania; Germantown, Maryland; Rocky Hill, CT; or Chelmsford, MA. It is expected that this role will provide support to projects throughout the United States.

The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic civil or structural engineer with experience: new pipeline design and installation, existing installations, failure and forensics analysis, condition assessment, and rehabilitation.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work within an established and successful local and national group that offers a diverse range of technical challenges and career development opportunities. Join our growing pipeline design practice and help us continue to deliver innovative and successful projects!

Responsibilities may include but not limited to:

• Technical lead for pipeline rehabilitation and design.
• Interface with client and regulatory agencies.
• Collaborate with other pipeline design experts to develop and review design and construction plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Conduct field inspections and pipeline condition assessments to ensure compliance with design standards and regulations. Assess pipeline for remaining useful life and recommend renewal treatments.
• Work on projects related to pipeline failure analysis and pipeline forensics analysis.
• Work on projects from planning through design and construction services, for new and rehabilitation pipe designs, for water, sewer and stormwater infrastructure.
• Work on projects related to pressure pipe design and pipe stress analysis.
• Understanding of construction methods, such as open-cut and trenchless (micro tunneling, jack and bore, etc.) for sewer and water infrastructure.
• Provide technical guidance to AECOM project teams and mentoring junior level staff. Quality reviews of work by other AECOM project teams.
• Technical writing, reviewing, and providing clear, concise input to investigations, memorandums, engineering reports and documentations.
• Prepare engineering services proposals, fee estimates, and schedules.
• Stay current on industry trends and advancements and regulations in pipeline design and engineering. Disseminate current industry trends and advancements to junior staff.
• Participation in relevant industry organizations committees for standards and/or best practices development.
• Participation in AECOM’s Technical Practice Network groups, with opportunities for leadership.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• BS in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a related field +8 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Licensed PE
• 8 years of project experience in design of municipal water, wastewater and/or stormwater pipeline design, analysis, installation, and inspection.
• 8 years of experience in Mathcad / MATLAB and FEA.
• 8 years of experience working with pipeline design codes, standards, and regulations.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License and as a condition of employment, must pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records Review.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong ability to read and interpret 2D and 3D CAD drawings.
• Experience conducting Finite element analysis on buried structures and pipelines.
• 12 years of project experience in design of municipal water, wastewater and/or stormwater pipeline design, analysis, installation, and inspection.
• Master’s Degree
• Demonstrated ability to successfully work in diverse teams.
• Task Lead and Technical Lead on projects.
• Strong communication skills in coordinating with internal team, clients, sub-consultants, and regulatory agencies.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• Relocation is not available for this position.
• This position will require travel through the United States.

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.