National Practice Lead for Dikes
National Practice Lead for Dikes
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Job Description
AECOM Canada is hiring a National Practice Lead for Dikes to join our Canadian Water Resources business line and help shape the future of flood protection (coastal and fluvial) naturebased infrastructure and resilient civil design. Based from one of our core offices across Canada (flexible) this individual will support business development and lead the delivery of our developing diking practice supporting clients on complex highimpact flood risk reduction and water resources projects in Canada; developing new client pathways and work opportunities in the region.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned technical expert with strong leadership project delivery and client development capabilitiesespecially in the areas of dike infrastructure floodplain management and civil design in support of integrated water solutions. Youll join a national team of engineers geoscientists environmental planners and project managers committed to delivering resilient sustainable water infrastructure. Join us and help shape the future of water solutions.
Job Responsibilities:
- Leads and grows AECOMs dike infrastructure practice in Canada with a focus on flood protection systems riverbank stabilization dikes stormwater and conveyance works and climateresilient infrastructure.
- Manage and deliver multidisciplinary projects from feasibility and conceptual design through detailed design tendering and construction oversight.
- Actively pursues opportunities with existing and new clients. Manages and grows the dike practice across Canada.
- Provide technical leadership and oversight in civil and geotechnical aspects of levee and surface water protection projects including integration with hydrotechnical environmental and Indigenous engagement teams.
- Act as technical lead and/or project manager for major projects involving flood risk mitigation stormwater conveyance pump stations dike rehabilitation and watershedscale infrastructure planning.
- Support business development and strategic growth by nurturing client relationships identifying opportunities developing proposals and participating in pursuits with municipal provincial Indigenous and federal clients.
- Work closely with regional and national leaders to grow the dike and climate adaptation portfolio.
- Mentor junior and intermediate staff and contribute to a positive highperformance team culture.
- Plays a key role in leading pursuits in the diking and heavy civil market area. Collaborates with other professionals from the department other departments and prospective subcontractors to develop the pursuit strategies and write proposals.
- Establishes communication channels with existing and new clients through project work and business development activities.
- Development of joint ventures and partnerships with our peers and subcontractors.
Qualifications :
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelors degree in civil engineering or a related field and 8 years of related experience in levees flood protection or related heavy civil infrastructure design and delivery.
- Licensed Professional Engineer (.) with registration in a Canadian province or territory (or eligibility to register within 6 months).
- Strong knowledge of Canadian codes and standards (e.g. CSA TAC Canadian Dam Association guidelines) as well as provincial permitting and regulatory processes.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 15 years of engineering experience with a focus on flood protection levees dikes or stormwater infrastructure.
- Demonstrated experience with public sector clients (municipal/provincial/federal) Indigenous communities and regulatory authorities.
- Experience with project management and multidisciplinary coordination on infrastructure projects exceeding $10m construction value.
- Track record of successful proposal development and pursuit leadership.
- 5 years managing other engineers and/or mentoring junior staff.
Additional Information :
- Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.
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 wellbeing 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 privatesector 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 .
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 cuttingedge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our awardwinning 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.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
