Flood Risk Management Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

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Job Description
At AECOM, our work in providing access to clean water enables communities to thrive and ecosystems to flourish, contributing to a resilient future. As a global leader in infrastructure consulting, we are at the forefront of significant water projects, with over 6,000 of the industry's best minds driving innovation and technical excellence. Together, we develop solutions that are not only best in the world, but best for the world.
With an acceleration in infrastructure investment, your bold ideas and global expertise have never been more crucial. Join our dynamic team, where innovation, career growth, and collaboration are celebrated. Enjoy the freedom to grow with customizable career paths, water-specific technical and professional development and the potential to contribute to transformational projects worldwide. Discover your #H2Opportunity
AECOM is seeking a Mid-level Civil Engineer experienced with water resources and/or transportation related projects for an opening in our Sacramento, CA office. In this role you'll have the opportunity to work on 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. Due to AECOM success in winning work, a career here will continually offer opportunities on a wide variety of projects. Our clients include private, local, national and global organizations, including water utilities and drainage authorities throughout the United States.
Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:

• Design: Lead the preparation of plans, specifications, cost estimates, technical reports memos, and engineering design and construction related documents; utilize standard techniques, procedures, and criteria while gaining understanding of advanced methods of construction and innovative solutions for water infrastructure projects from planning through construction. As a mid-level, you will lead civil design tasks for projects, delegate to junior civil engineers, and be responsible for accuracy, completeness, and schedule of the tasks you oversee. 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.
• Collaborate: With Client and AECOM counterparts for analysis for dams, reservoirs, levees, canals, tunnels, pipelines, flood protection systems, and conveyance facilities.
• Deliver Quality: Oversee and review work produced by others, as well as following all quality control measures to ensure timely and accurate results.
• Mentor: Delegate tasks, direct and oversee the work of others and act as a technical mentor.

Additional work includes:

• Ensure compliance of design with all applicable standards and regulations, providing the seal and signature of the professional engineer.
• Perform peer reviews and conduct site visits at active construction sites to examine field conditions, site work that is under construction, and as built conditions.
• Resident Engineer during construction, if you have interest. These are usually assignments that last more than 6 months and require travel. Interest in this type of work is not required. However, if you are interested in this type of work, we have many opportunities.
• Assist with proposals and presentations, as needed.

Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related engineering field and 4+ years of relevant experience with a focus on design of water resources and/or transportation related projects or demonstrated equivalency of education and/or experience
• California Professional Engineering (PE) license or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Valid Driver's License required

Preferred Qualifications:

• 10+ years of relevant experience with a focus on design of water resources and/or transportation related projects or demonstrated
• Experience working on projects for agencies like DWR, USACE, USIBWC, FEMA, NRCS, Reclamation, and Caltrans.
• Expertise in Bently OpenRoads or AutoCAD Civil 3D or ARCGIS.
• Master's degree in civil engineering
• Experience with HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, HY-8 modeling software preferred
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, contractors and clients

Additional Information

• Sponsorship is not available now or in the future 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 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.
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.