Engineering Manager (Surface Water)

Company Description 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 worldu2019s 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. Job Description AECOM is hiring an Engineering Manager (Surface Water) to provide strategic leadership and technical oversight for our water resources practice in Sacramento, California. In this role, you will guide multidisciplinary teams delivering complex surface-water projects, including dams and reservoirs, levees and canals, flood risk reduction and resilience initiatives, watershed and river restoration, and major conveyance and tunnel systems. Youu2019ll shape project direction, mentor emerging talent, strengthen client relationships, and help drive the long-term growth of our Surface Water group. This role is intended for a senior leader with the capability and ambition to grow into broader operational and business leadership responsibilities, including potential future department leadership with P&L accountability, as the Surface Water practice continues to expand across our Pacific West Division. Due to our success in winning work and #1 ENR Water business line rating, a career here will continually offer opportunities to work on exciting projects while having opportunities to grow your career. Business Development + Lead strategic business development initiatives, including client relationship management, pursuit planning, and proposal oversight to secure new projects and expand market share. + Contribute to annual business planning, revenue forecasting, backlog management, and staffing strategies to support sustainable growth of the Surface Water practice. + Identify and cultivate long-term partnerships with key clients, industry stakeholders, and teaming partners to position the firm for future growth. + Develop market intelligence to identify emerging opportunities and guide strategic positioning in targeted sectors. People Management + Mentor, coach, and develop high-performing teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, technical excellence, and accountability. + Oversee resource planning and workload management across multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal staffing and project delivery. + Drive talent acquisition, retention, and succession planning efforts to build organizational capacity and maintain competitive advantage. Technical Excellence + u200bProviding technical support to water infrastructure projects including design, analysis, inspection, construction observation, and regulatory compliance activities. + Leading teams for the development of plans, specifications, and construction estimates. + Lead technical design teams for analysis of Water resources infrastructure (dams, reservoirs, levees, canals, tunnels, pipelines, flood protection systems, and conveyance facilities) projects. + Preparation of technical reports, memos, and engineering design and construction related documents. Qualifications Minimum Requirements: + Bacheloru2019s degree and 8+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education + California Professional Engineeru2019s (PE) license or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire. Preferred Qualifications: + 15+ years of civil engineering experience related to water resource projects + 5+ years managing other civil engineers + Masteru2019s degree in civil engineering + Experience with Reclamation, DWR, USACE or other west coast water agencies and projects Additional Information + Sponsorship is not available now or in the future for this role Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $170000 to $220000. 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 clientsu2019 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 u2013 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 cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, youu2019ll 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 youu2019ve always envisioned. Here, youu2019ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and communityu2014where 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. ReqID: J10141902 Business Line: Water Business Group: DCS Strategic Business Unit: West Career Area: Engineering Work Location Model: Hybrid Compensation: USD 170000 - USD 220000 - yearly

Created: 2026-01-01