Engineering Services During Construction Lead Rail & Transit

AECOM Burnaby is hiring a highly experienced Lead for Engineering Services During Construction (ESDC) to oversee and coordinate engineering support throughout the construction phase of a major transit infrastructure project involving elevated guideway & stations power propulsion substations and ancillary site works associated with such infrastructure. The successful candidate will lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers and specialists to ensure technical compliance support issue resolution and provide oversight on design intent constructability and change management while driving requirements and obligations associated with Engineer of Record needs for project close out.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the ESDC services providing engineering support across stations guideway and PPS during construction.

• Manage client expectations regarding engineering support and ensure alignment with project objectives.

• Coordinate timely responses to RFIs NCRs Site Instructions and other construction-related queries.

• Coordinate with design teams and sub-consultants to resolve construction-phase technical issues.

• Support the management of design changes and collaborate with commercial teams for cost/time implications as it relates to RFIs NCRs and Site requests.

• Ensure that designated field monitors witness and review installed work prior to final sign-off and attend required site meetings accordingly.

• Work with project teams and stakeholders to put the work processes and workflows for ESDC work components like RFIs Construction document submittals record drawings and construction certificates.

• Watch and observe the ESDC procedures during construction phase and provide input to optimizations where required.

• Collaborate with the Document Control team to ensure the record is maintained for all post IFC key technical decisions and design changes.

• Confirm accuracy and completeness of project close out documentation.

• Collaborate with other Contractor and client on the project close-out and Handover plan.

• Report regularly on construction phase engineering activities to project leadership.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Civil Building Structural or related Engineering field with 6 years of related experience;

• PENG or MBA or PMP

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree preferred.

• Professional Engineering (. or equivalent) license required.

• 10 years of engineering experience with at least 6 years on major transit or infrastructure projects involving guideway and stations preferably for driverless vehicle technology.

• Strong understanding of construction methods sequencing and constructability for complex transit environments with background in rail systems a plus.

• Proven experience leading engineering support during construction on design-build progressive design-build or P3 delivery models in complex multi-disciplinary projects.

• Strong understanding of ASME as it relates to building infrastructure.

• Experience in similar roles for vertical infrastructure in BC Lower Mainland.

• Experience with design review construction support and coordination between design and construction teams.

• Excellent stakeholder engagement; strong communication and team leadership skills.

Additional Information :

Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position

About AECOM 

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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