Senior Owner’s Engineer (Collaborative Project Delivery)

Job Description

AECOM seeks a Senior Owner’s Engineer experienced in collaborative project delivery to join our Water Team. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead and influence high-profile projects across a national service area, tackling complex technical challenges while assuming a significant level of responsibility. The role is ideal for professionals seeking meaningful impact, diverse project exposure, and opportunities to shape outcomes at the highest levels.

You will advise public and private Owners on a variety of infrastructure projects including water, wastewater, advanced water purification, conveyance, pumping, and resiliency projects with efforts ranging from strategic planning through commissioning.

You will manage and coordinate Owner engagement across various delivery methods including Best Value Design-Build, Progressive Design-Build (PDB), Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR), Design-Build-Operate (DBO), and Public-Private Partnerships (P3), and support Owner governance, contract administration, stakeholder coordination, and executive communication.

Key Responsibilities

Planning and procurement

• Assess Owner readiness and develop plans to close capability gaps.
• Support delivery method selection, market outreach, and risk assessments with mitigation plans.
• Develop technical requirements for RFQs/RFPs and support the solicitation process.
• Work with Owner procurement and legal staff to finalize contract documents.
• Support Owner public outreach.

Design phase

• Review submittals for conformance with the delivery agreement, quality, and technical standards; flag items requiring Owner action and changes affecting cost, time, scope, or quality.
• Attend design meetings and workshops; coordinate Owner, designers, contractors, and permitting agencies; confirm required reviews (constructability, value engineering) are completed.
• Evaluate contractor self-performance requests, work packaging and procurement plans, GMP proposals, and the overall project schedule.

Construction and commissioning

• Lead program and OE field staff; monitor and report construction status (cost, scope, schedule) to the Owner.
• Monitor contractor work for compliance with codes, plans, specifications, and schedules.
• Help Owner operations staff coordinate with the Design-Builder on plant operations, startup, testing, and commissioning.
• Review inspection, test, and demonstration plans and results against the Owner’s verification plan.
• Support review of substantial and final completion, including inspections, documentation, and resolution of open issues.

Program controls

• Support and interpret project controls and financial reporting information as required by the Owner.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field and 10+ years of multi-discipline construction experience, including one or more collaborative delivery models or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Ability and willingness to travel up to one-third of normal work hours
• A valid driver’s license is required, along with the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check in accordance with company policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in state of residence, or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• DBIA certification (Able to achieve in six months)Master’s degree in engineering or management.
• Experience in co-located integrated teams.
• Autodesk and engineering calculation software experience.
• Familiarity with Bluebeam, SharePoint and other collaborative software platforms.
• Experience using Primavera P6.Experience with cloud-based construction management software.
• Experience on infrastructure projects including water/wastewater treatment, conveyance, or water resources/resiliency projects.
• Working knowledge of collaborative delivery contracts and commercial terms.
• Knowledge of construction administration, specifications, standards, and methods for water/wastewater.
• Ability to read plans, specifications, and inspection/test reports, and to identify and mitigate project risks.
• Strong written, analytical, and interpersonal skills for working with clients, executives, designers, contractors, vendors, and regulators.
• Proficiency in MS Office.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship is not available for this position

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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 2025. 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.

Company Description

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