AECOM · 10 hours ago
Principal Civil Engineer
Denver, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$150K/yr - $200K/yr
10+ years expAECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm dedicated to delivering a better world. The Principal Civil Engineer will serve as a Civil Design Manager, leading multidisciplinary teams in the design of Tailings Storage Facilities while ensuring operational integration and compliance with regulatory standards.
Civil EngineeringConstructionConsultingEnergyGovernmentInformation Technology
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead multidisciplinary design teams for tailings projects, focusing on operational integration
Liaise with operations, project managers, and client representatives to gather and incorporate operational input
Direct and facilitate comprehensive design reviews, risk assessments, and value engineering workshops to drive technical excellence and project value
Manage designs to comply with regulatory standards, client specifications, AECOM quality requirements, and industry best practice guidelines
Manage project budgets, schedules, and delivery
Cultivate and sustain robust client and stakeholder relationships, serving as a trusted advisor for design-related matters
Build and maintain strong relationships within the project team
Oversee planning, design, and support construction phases as required
Mentor engineers and support technical development within the team
Prepare and present technical documentation, reports, and design packages
Support bid preparation and proposal development for new projects
Support the project manager and project controls team by inspiring and motivating the design leads to recognize the value and complete all required earned value management practices
Collaborate with interdisciplinary design managers in developing design solutions for TSFs, underflow sand embankments, cyclone stations, tailings pipelines, seepage control systems, and water management infrastructure
Champion a culture of health, safety, and environmental excellence across all project phases, integrate risk management practices into design and construction
Navigate and resolve conflicts within the project team and with clients, demonstrating professionalism, diplomacy, and the ability to stand firm on technical and contractual requirements while maintaining positive relationships
Contribute to financial management, including preparation and negotiation of contracts, project budgets, schedules, and change management to deliver on time and within scope
Review and contribute to earned value management (EVM) reports and provide direction to design leads, enabling informed decision-making and continuous performance improvement
Mentor and develop engineering leads, provide technical guidance, career development support, and foster a culture of innovation, quality, and accountability within the team
Qualification
Required
BA/BS and 10+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 2 years of leadership
Preferred
MA/MS Civil Engineering with Geotechnical Emphasis
15 years of relevant experience
Professional Engineer (PE) License
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Benefits
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
Employee stock purchase plan
Company
AECOM
AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.2BKey Investors
Australian Renewable Energy Agency
2025-07-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
2012-12-31Grant· $0.01M
2007-05-11IPO
Leadership Team
W. Troy Rudd
CEO
Sandra Broughton
Corporate Vice President - Global Head of Travel
Recent News
2026-01-16
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