Senior Survey Technician - Water Main Systems

  • Full-time
  • State/Province: Illinois
  • Business Group: DCS
  • Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
  • Business Line: Water
  • Work Location Model: Hybrid
  • Operating Group: Americas
  • Primary Location: US - Chicago, IL - 130 East Randolph
  • Compensation: USD 80000.00 - USD 125000.00 - yearly

Company Description

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At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

As a part of PMO program, the Senior Survey Technician - Water Main Systems is responsible for preparation of TOR, coordination of Survey Vendors and verification and correction of prepared basemap for CDWM CIP Water Main and Lead Service Line Replacement (LSLR) Programs under the supervision of the PMO Water Main Design Manager

Role Responsibilities:

  • Prepare yearly TOR to be accepted by DPS
  • Process utility Information Retrieval (IR) requests from CDOT Office of Underground Coordination (OUC) for CDWM CIP Water Main (WM) & LSLR Programs
  • Review and correction of all OUC utilities in provided topographic survey basemap using Microstation V8i/Microstation 2024 according to CDWM Utility and CADD standards manual.
  • Can be responsible for preparing basic GIS maps for IR process using ArcMap.
  • Can be responsible for preparing 80 Acre sheets for WM projects using ArcMap.
  • Able to coordinate and provide technical recommendations to the topographic survey consultants
  • Coordinate basemap revision process with Water Main Design and CADD team
  • Support with management of Topographic Survey Consulting Firms contracted for DWM CIP Water Main & LSLR Programs
  • Willingness to learn quickly and be detail oriented
  • Ability to organize work for Survey Team and maintain a high level of productivity
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines
  • Exceptional communication skills both in written and verbal
  • Track status for projects in P6 software and other tracking software.
  • Engineering experience with utility infrastructure.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree + 2 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, planning, or another science-related field.
  • Five (5) + years of survey and/or engineering experience with utility infrastructure work.
  • Experience using MicroStation V8i or MicroStation 2024, Excel, MS Word, Blue Beam, Orion
  • Five (5) + Years experience in CADD/Civil/Water Resources/Planning discipline

Additional Information

  • All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 
  • Relocation is not offered for this opportunity.
  • Sponsorship is not offered for this position now or in the future.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

 

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. 

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