Civil Design Manager, Transportation, PEng - Burnaby, Canada

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 tr ...

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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 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.

Job Description

AECOM Burnaby is hiring a Civil Design Manager – Transportation on our Municipal Roads Design Team.

Are you an experienced design professional with a passion for delivering impactful transportation projects? AECOM is seeking a Civil/Design Manager to lead and coordinate municipal road design initiatives in the Greater Vancouver Area.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Operate with a high degree of autonomy, receiving broad strategic direction and setting goals accordingly.

• Engage with senior management and navigate complex issues with tact, professionalism, and strong negotiation skills.

• Provide oversight and direction for engineering production activities within a growing operating unit.

• Manage a portfolio of clients across multiple projects.

• Lead all phases of project delivery, from initiation through to closeout.

• Provide civil engineering leadership, including project team coordination, direction, schedule and budget monitoring.

• Communicate effectively with clients, agencies, stakeholders, and the public.

• Assign, direct, and review work completed by technical staff to ensure accuracy, quality, and adherence to budget.

• Oversee project management activities including financial tracking, scheduling, and scope control.

• Perform business development and marketing activities to generate new opportunities and maintain existing client relationships.

• Direct staff to minimize exposure to risks and claims.

• Lead the preparation of proposals and responses to Requests for Qualifications (RFQs).

• Manage technical project staff, assist with their development, and provide input on staffing needs, performance, and compensation.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.

• Minimum of 8 years of civil design experience.

• P.Eng. designation in British Columbia or ability to obtain within 12 months.

• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• Demonstrated experience mentoring junior and intermediate staff.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10+ years of progressive experience in road design engineering, with significant experience delivering projects in BC and the Greater Vancouver Area.

• PMP designation (or equivalent project management certification).

• In-depth knowledge of applicable design standards, including those published by TAC, BCMOTI, and MMCD.

• Experience delivering projects for TransLink and Crown Corporations.

• Experience in marine civil design, terminal layout, and operations (asset).

• Familiarity with BC Provincial Standards and relevant design and tendering standards for unit price contracts.

• Proficiency with AutoCAD (and Civil 3D) and/or MicroStation/Bentley, and other roadway design software.

• Exceptional communication, documentation, and proposal writing skills.

• Strong accountability for project budgets and outcomes.

• Proven leadership in infrastructure design and team coordination.

• Experience with BCMOTT and Municipal projects as a project manager / lead design or and Engineer of Record (EOR)

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, 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 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, 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. 

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.