Civil Engineer - Aviation (runways)

Company Description

At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world.

We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.

Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. We’re one global team – 47,000 strong – driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.

Job Description

AECOM is currently seeking talented Civil Engineer - Aviation with experience in airfield engineering (such as runways, taxiways, aprons, vehicle service roads, airfield lighting and signage installation, navigational aids, drainage improvements, utility relocation and protection, and pavement rehabilitation) to join our team in Des Moines, Iowa.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Developing civil airfield design and construction improvement documents
• Coordinating with planning and design team members, contractors, and sub-consultants for ongoing planning, design, and construction projects
• Performing aviation-related civil design, planning, construction support, and client management services for General Aviation and Commercial Air Service Airports
• Plan, direct and monitor all aspects of airport engineering projects including runways, taxiways, aprons, vehicle service roads, airfield lighting and signage installation, navigational aids, drainage improvements, utility relocation and protection, and pavement rehabilitation
• Will be involved with projects from start to completion including planning, design, and construction administration of airports, including grading, drainage, pavement design, specifications, and construction safety plans
• Collaborating and/or coordinating delivery teams consisting of multi-discipline design engineers and technicians
• AutoCAD and AutoCAD Civil 3D design manager duties
• Analyze GIS data, client as-builts, survey data, geotechnical data, subsurface utility information, and data needed for project development
• Supervise, coordinated, and production of several projects concurrently.
• Establishes positive client relationships
• Coordinate with clients, funding agencies, state aviation officials, FAA, and local permit Agencies
• Includes regular site visits during the design and construction phases of airport improvement projects throughout the United States

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS + 6 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficient with AutoCAD Civil 3D Design or Open Roads Designer
• Experience with civil site development or airfield design and construction
• EI or PE, preferably State of Iowa

Additional Information

Relocation is available for this position 

Offered rate of compensation (Iowa locations only) will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $120,000.

AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, wellness and global well-being, and global EAP, Business Travel and Service Awards programs.

Here, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career.

When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable