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Job DescriptionAECOM is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our Water & Wastewater Conveyance team in Burnaby, BC. This is an exciting opportunity to take a leadership role on major water and wastewater treatment projects that directly support the growth, resilience, and sustainability of communities across British Columbia.
We’re looking for a motivated, collaborative professional with deep experience in civil and municipal engineering—someone who brings initiative, strong technical judgment, and a passion for delivering high-quality infrastructure solutions. You’ll work closely with multidisciplinary teams, engage directly with clients and regulatory agencies, and play a key role in delivering some of the region’s most impactful projects.
What You’ll Do
- Lead the design and project management of civil systems for municipal water, wastewater, and/or wastewater drainage conveyance and treatment facilities
- Provide technical design leadership and coordinate with project teams, clients, and regulators
- Prepare design documentation, technical reports, project specifications, and contract documents
- Develop construction cost estimates and conduct constructability reviews
- Support contract administration and perform site inspections during construction
- Contribute to proposal development and project scoping
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering + 12 years of relevant experience in civil or municipal engineering
- Experience in planning, design, construction inspection, and contract administration for municipal water/wastewater related projects
- P.Eng with EGBC or the ability to obtain registration within 18 months
Preferred Qualifications:
- 15+ years leading design and project management for water/wastewater treatment and conveyance infrastructure
- Strong experience in proposal writing and job scoping
- Familiarity with BIM, CAD, and hydraulic modelling platforms
- Contract Administration certification (MMCD, CCDC, etc.)
- Excellent technical writing skills and strong attention to detail
- Proven ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, contractors, and clients
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment
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 2024. 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. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.
