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AECOM Civil Engineer III in Des Moines, Iowa

Job Summary

AECOM is seeking for a Civil Engineer III to be based in Des Moines, Iowa.

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.

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

  • Geometric design of roadways creating horizontal and vertical alignments and cross sections

  • Preparation of design reports including pavement design reports, design study reports, and technical memorandums

  • Coordination with project stakeholders including clients, public, utility companies, and permitting agencies.

  • Plan preparation in accordance with IowaDOT standards including erosion control, pavement marking, permanent signing, traffic control, plan and profiles, and cross sections

  • Calculate quantities and estimates for IowaDOT and local transportation projects

  • Local marketing to build the AECOM brand in the local communities

  • Successful candidates will be expected to work independently and in design teams to advance projects through the IowaDOT process.

  • Knowledge of IowaDOT and municipal standards for highway and other infrastructure design is required.

Minimum Requirements

  • BA/BS + 4 YORE or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university

  • 5+ years of experience

  • A current P.E. license in the State of Iowa

  • IowaDOT design experience

  • Experience preparing construction plans

  • Knowledge of agency/regulatory approval process

  • Successfully designing multiple projects and producing quality work under tight deadlines

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills experience

  • Municipal utility design experience

  • Stormwater and storm sewer design experience

Additional Information:

  • Relocation is not offered for this position

  • Sponsorship is not offered for this position

What We Offer

We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

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 future. Join us and let’s get started.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

Job Category Engineering - Civil

Business Line Transportation

Business Group Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS)

Country United States of America

Position Status Full Time

Requisition/Vacancy No. 259317BR

Virtual: No

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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