AECOM

Municipal Engineer

AECOM$80K — $100K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and registration as P.Eng.
  • Registered as a Professional Engineer within Canada
  • 4+ years of municipal engineering experience, preferably in consulting
  • Experience with underground infrastructure design (water, sanitary, storm, drainage)
  • Strong knowledge of municipal standards and permitting processes

Responsibilities

  • Develop detailed designs for municipal infrastructure in line with standards
  • Prepare engineering drawings, reports, and cost estimates
  • Support the preparation of tender documents and specifications
  • Review shop drawings and provide construction support
  • Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders
  • Contribute to quality assurance and control processes
  • Assist project managers with budgeting and client communication

Benefits

  • Comprehensive onboarding program
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Collaborative work environment
  • Exposure to diverse municipal projects
  • Chance to work on infrastructure that impacts communities
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Municipal Engineer supports the planning, design, and delivery of municipal infrastructure projects with a focus on underground utilities including water distribution, sanitary sewer, stormwater systems, and drainage improvements. The role combines technical design work, coordination with multidisciplinary teams, and involvement in construction-phase services. The Municipal Engineer is expected to work with moderate independence while receiving guidance from senior engineers and project managers.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop detailed designs and calculations for water, sanitary, storm, and drainage infrastructure in accordance with municipal and provincial standards.
  • Prepare engineering drawings, design reports, technical memos, and cost estimates.
  • Support preparation of tender documents, including specifications and quantities.
  • Review shop drawings, respond to RFIs, and provide construction support during project execution.
  • Coordinate with internal disciplines (survey, geotechnical, environmental) and external stakeholders (municipal staff, utility companies, contractors).
  • Contribute to quality assurance/quality control processes.
  • Assist project managers with scheduling, budgeting, and client communication as required.


Qualifications

Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and registration as P.Eng. with a recognized Provincial engineering association
  • Registered as a Professional Engineer within Canada
  • 4+ years of experience in municipal engineering, preferably in a consulting environment.
  • Experience with underground infrastructure design (water, sanitary, storm, drainage).
  • Strong understanding of municipal standards, design guidelines, and permitting processes.

Preferred Qualifications
  • 6+ years of experience in municipal engineering, preferably in a consulting environment.
  • Experience preparing tender packages and contract documents
  • Ability to interpret survey data, geotechnical reports, and utility information.
  • Strong knowledge of construction practices and municipal inspection procedures
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and other civil design platforms
  • Familiarity with hydraulic modeling tools such as WaterCAD and SWMM
  • Experience working with northern, rural, or remote communities is an asset
  • Ability to manage small tasks or sub-projects with minimal supervision
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and time-management skills
  • Collaborative team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • High attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality work


Additional Information
  • Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.


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Size
51,000 employees
Market Cap
$11.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$200.8 million
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
-6.3%
Revenue
$13.3 billion
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