Civil Engineer (Cost/Schedule Focused)
- Pay
- $75,000 – $130,000 per year
- Location
- New Orleans, LA
- Listed
- 3 days ago
About the role
The Central Civil Works Department is growing quickly, and we are looking for a General Civil Engineer who enjoys design of new and rehabilitated flood risk management systems, locks and dams, floodwalls, navigation floodgates, stormwater pumping stations, outfalls, spillways, and ecosystem restoration. Our department works on projects and with teams across the nation and the world.
We bring together the skills of project managers, civil engineers, H&H engineers, geotechnical engineers, structural engineers, and environmental and planning specialists to provide integrated, sustainable and cost-effective solutions. This position is a hybrid position.
Our clients include private, local, national and global organizations, including water utilities and drainage authorities throughout the United States. This position would mostly work on federal projects for clients like USACE, USIBWC, FEMA, NRCS, etc.
Job duties may include
- Design: Develop quantities, plans, specifications, cost estimates, construction schedules, technical reports, and other project documents; utilize standard techniques, procedures, and criteria while gaining an understanding of advanced methods of construction and innovative solutions for flood risk management projects from planning through construction. In this role, you will receive opportunities to increase your technical and leadership skills to grow into a discipline lead or project manager for complex projects.
- Construction Cost Estimate and Schedule: Along with general civil engineering responsibilities, you would assist and be mentored by our expert construction cost estimator and scheduler. Learn to use software like MII/MCACES and Primavera. Responsibilities may include performing quantity takeoffs, pricing labor, equipment and materials, developing indirect cost models, calculating escalation, and producing total project cost rollups.
- Collaborate: Coordinate with multiple disciplines on small to mega projects to determine the best civil design.
- Deliver Quality: Oversee and review work produced by others, as well as following all quality control measures to ensure timely and accurate results.
- Explore and Harness: Seek opportunities to innovate and trial new methods by being inquisitive and forward thinking.
- Additional work includes:
- Perform peer reviews, conduct site visits at active construction sites to examine field conditions, site work that is under construction, and as built conditions
- Assist with proposals, presentations, and design charrettes, as needed.
- Pursue Your Future at AECOM: You can build the position into anything you want: technical leadership, people management, project management, and business development. These roles are equally important and equally valued.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related engineering field and 4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience.
- Professional Engineer license in one state in the US and able to easily obtain licenses in other states via reciprocity. NCEES profile is a plus.
- Experience with Bentley OpenRoads or AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Valid Driver's License required
Preferred Qualifications
- Design of flood risk management projects.
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, contractors and clients
- An understanding of design and construction requirements for flood risk management projects, like dams, locks, levees, channels, rivers, sediment control features, etc.
- Experience working on federal projects for agencies like USACE, USIBWC, FEMA, NRCS, etc.
- Experience with MII/MCACES software or Excel-based estimating platforms
- Experience with Primavera or Microsoft Project.
Additional Information
- Relocation is not available for this role.
- Sponsorship is not offered for this position now or in the future.
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 the Company
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.
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.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
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.
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