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Job Description:

As part of AECOM’s continued growth and success in the Southwestern Ontario Municipal Water Market, we are actively seeking a Deputy Project Manager to assist in the delivery of important infrastructure projects for the communities we serve. This new Deputy Project Manager role will work collaboratively with the Project Team on a variety of drinking water and wastewater projects including treatment, pumping, storage, and related infrastructure. Projects may include planning and feasibility, preliminary design, detailed design, tendering, construction, commissioning, and close-out. This role can be based in AECOM’s Kitchener or London offices.

The responsibilities of this position include:

• Assist the Project Manager in the delivery of complex multidisciplinary drinking water and wastewater projects.
• Demonstrate creativity and judgment in solving project delivery, technical and client challenges.
• Work successfully within a team environment and communicate effectively with project team members and stakeholders.
• Assist the Project Team in the completion of design deliverables including completing technical reports, preparing technical specifications and tender documents, and coordinating design drawings.
• Coordinate quality reviews of deliverables including checks for conformance with project requirements and objectives, and arranging for senior engineers to review work.
• Support permitting applications for provincial and local regulatory agencies.
• Actively participate in the construction period including completing contract administration tasks, and coordinating site inspection, SCADA application development, testing, start-up, commissioning, and post-construction warranty activities.
• Work with project teams, operations, and senior leadership to promote and maintain a safe working environment.
• Assist the Project Manager in monitoring and controlling project scope, managing project schedules, identifying and managing project risk, and controlling budgets. Work collaboratively with operations to track and achieve key financial performance metrics.
• Participate in business development activities including pursuit and proposal development for new drinking water and wastewater projects with both existing and new clients.
• Actively engage in professional development and industry events.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or college diploma in a relevant program,
• 4+ years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of Project Management experience and/or education in water resources or wastewater projects
• Valid Ontario driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Progressive experience in the design of drinking water and wastewater projects including treatment, pumping, storage, and related infrastructure.
• A demonstrated aptitude for technical and engineering knowledge.
• Ability to be registered as a P.Eng. or C.E.T. in the province of Ontario.
• Knowledge of industry standards and local municipal standards and guidelines.
• Previous client facing project experience is considered an asset.

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

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. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.