Technical Specialist, Wastewater Treatment

AECOM is actively seeking a highly skilled Technical Specialist Wastewater Treatment to be based in one of our Greater Toronto Area offices. This individual will support both the local Ontario team and AECOMs broader Canadian and Global wastewater practice in this newly created role.

The successful candidate will be a recognized wastewater treatment subject matter expert with particular expertise in Membrane Bioreactor (MBR) systems and a proven track record delivering complex municipal wastewater treatment projects. The candidate will provide technical leadership across all phases of project development from planning and feasibility studies through design procurement construction commissioning and operational optimization.

The successful candidate will serve as a trusted technical advisor to project teams and clients providing guidance on technical approaches regulatory compliance quality management innovation and risk management while supporting project delivery and strategic growth initiatives across Ontario Canada and AECOMs Global wastewater practice.

Working closely with Project Managers and Client Account Managers this individual will provide technical leadership strategic direction and support in client engagement activities. While the primary focus of the role is technical leadership and subject matter expertise the successful candidate will have opportunities to further develop project leadership and project management capabilities and assume expanded responsibilities as appropriate.

As AECOM continues to expand its Water business this strategic role combines technical excellence client engagement business development project support and mentorship to strengthen and grow our wastewater treatment practice.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

• Maintain and advance technical expertise in municipal wastewater treatment infrastructure.
• Provide technical leadership for the planning design optimization and implementation of wastewater treatment facilities and associated infrastructure.
• Serve as a technical authority and subject matter expert on complex wastewater treatment projects.
• Advise project teams on treatment process selection facility optimization biosolids management nutrient removal water reuse and contaminants of emerging concern.
• Provide strategic leadership in the application of advanced treatment technologies with particular emphasis on Membrane Bioreactor (MBR) facilities.
• Lead and oversee the development and review of technical reports process calculations design criteria engineering studies and technical evaluations.
• Direct and oversee the preparation of technical specifications contract documents procurement packages and design deliverables.

Client and Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain trusted relationships with municipal clients utility executives regulatory agencies and industry leaders.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients on infrastructure planning regulatory compliance operational optimization asset management affordability and long-term capital investment strategies.
• Communicate and present technical solutions directly to utility directors public officials governing agencies and senior stakeholders.

Project Delivery

• Serve as Technical Lead Subject Matter Expert or Senior Technical Advisor on complex multidisciplinary wastewater treatment projects.
• Partner closely with Project Managers to support successful project delivery through technical leadership strategic guidance client engagement and risk management.
• Provide technical leadership to project teams and support Project Managers in achieving project scope schedule budget quality and performance objectives.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering/Applied Science from an accredited institution.
• 12 years of progressive experience in municipal wastewater treatment planning design and delivery.
• 4 years leadership experience leading technical professionals.
• Demonstrated experience as a Technical Lead Design Manager Subject Matter Expert or Senior Technical Advisor on wastewater treatment projects.
• Extensive experience with the planning design and implementation of Membrane Bioreactor (MBR) facilities.
• Strong knowledge of municipal wastewater treatment processes regulatory requirements design standards and industry best practices.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and complex infrastructure projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• 20 years of progressive experience in municipal wastewater treatment planning design and delivery.
• Expertise in one or more of the following: biosolids management nutrient removal water reuse emerging contaminants or advanced wastewater treatment.
• Experience with industrial wastewater treatment or major capital infrastructure projects.
• Experience supporting business development proposals and strategic pursuits.
• Experience presenting to municipal leadership utility executives public officials or regulatory agencies.
• Strong technical writing communication presentation and client relationship skills.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop technical professionals and future leaders.
• Experience working across Canadian U.S. or international markets.

Additional Information :

• Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.

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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 . 

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 youll 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 youve always envisioned. Here youll 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.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time