Water Utilities Design Lead - Water Supply & Wastewater

About the role

AECOM is looking for a Water Utilities Design Lead with a strong background in water utilities (water supply and wastewater systems) and extensive experience in design and engineering calculations. The role reports directly to the Water Discipline Manager and acts as the technical focal point for the discipline, working closely with clients and internal and external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Act as the discipline's technical authority and primary client interface, defending design criteria and engineering decisions throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead technical coordination of the discipline across multiple projects, ensuring consistent approaches, priorities and deliverables.
• Apply QA/QC processes by reviewing and validating calculations, hydraulic models, drawings and technical specifications.
• Manage discipline scope, schedules, risks and resources, planning and allocating engineering teams effectively.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of discipline standards, guidelines and best practices.
• Participate in flood risk and flood modelling studies for urban developments, highway and railway infrastructure projects when required by project scope.

Required profile

• Civil Engineering degree (ICCP or equivalent); professional registration is advantageous.
• Proven experience managing client relationships in engineering consultancy, including expectation management and coordination with multiple stakeholders.
• Fluent English and Spanish, written and spoken.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in water utilities projects, including several years leading technical disciplines.
• Strong background in designing water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• International project experience, particularly in the UK, Europe and/or the Middle East.

Required skills

• Familiarity with BIM environments and multidisciplinary model coordination.
• Technical leadership, strong communication and critical review skills.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on impactful, internationally significant water infrastructure projects.
• Hybrid working model and flexibility in line with local practices.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.