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Aecom

Technical Practice Lead – Hydraulics

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Aecom
Trusted global infrastructure consulting firm delivering engineering, design, construction management services.
Leadership role focused on strategic development, technical oversight, and team mentoring for advanced hydraulic and hydrologic modelling in water and wastewater projects in Canada and the US.
17d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Markham, Ontario, Canada
Hybrid
Company Size
51,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction Services
Project Management
Design
Architecture
Consulting
Environmental Services
Program Management
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Agriculture, Food & Beverage
Automotive & Heavy Equipment & Machinery
Data Centers & Digital Infrastructure
High Performance Logistics
Energy
Renewable Energy
Grid Modernization
Role
What you would be doing
client relationship
hydraulic modelling
transient analysis
pump station
gis integration
qa/qc
  • Build strong relationships with municipal utilities, regulators, and industry partners.
  • Provide hydraulic assessment for outfall diffuser structures, large tunnel intakes
  • Conducted transient analysis of complex city-wide water distribution networks, calibrate models with high-speed pressure sensor data, and provided technical advisory on surge mitigation strategies, including device sizing and operational improvements, to enhance system resilience and reduce risk of infrastructure damage.
  • Provide design advisory for water/wastewater pump stations including pump station suction discharge piping, intake design based on HI standard
  • Partner with business development and operations leaders to pursue and deliver wastewater modelling projects in Canada
  • Support compliance with Canadian municipal/provincial requirements and U.S. regulatory frameworks (e.g., EPA wet weather programs, consent decrees ).
  • Provide advisory for the CFD and physical modelling of pump stations and hydropower intakes
  • Conduct hydraulic analysis and provide HGL profile for water and wastewater treatment plants.
  • Build, lead, and mentor a national team of modellers in Canada, with collaborative ties to U.S. counterparts.
  • Create training and professional development opportunities to grow modelling capacity across the organization.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to Canadian municipalities/utilities and U.S. clients on wastewater system performance, resiliency, and compliance.
  • Champion adoption of advanced modelling techniques, digital twins, and real-time decision support systems for water/wastewater utilities.
  • Promote knowledge sharing and innovation across Canada
  • Lead hydraulic modelling and design strategy for Canada while supporting U.S. projects and clients.
  • Represent the company at technical conferences and professional organizations across North America.
  • Provide transient analysis for pump stations and pipelines/forcemains and design surge protection system
  • Integrate hydraulic models with GIS, SCADA, and real-time data for both planning and operational decision-making.
  • Establish and maintain standards, QA/QC processes, and best practices across project
  • Drive alignment of modelling practices with the company’s broader digital strategy for smart infrastructure management.
  • Direct the development, calibration, and application of hydraulic models using Bentley WaterGEMS, Bentley HAMMER, InfoWorks ICM,InfowWater, PCSWMM, SewerGEMS, MIKE URBAN, or similar tools .
  • Conduct CFD analysis for hydraulic structures such as pump station intake, water treatment reservoirs, wastewater treatment mixing chambers, water /wastewater treatment headworks using ANSYS CFX/Fluent, STARCCM+. Conduct analyses to support capacity planning, I/I reduction, combined sewer overflow (CSO) and sanitary sewer overflow (SSO) mitigation, and long-term control planning .
  • Lead initiatives to incorporate AI/ML, cloud computing, and predictive analytics into modelling workflows.
What you bring
wastewater regulations
modeling platforms
p.eng. registration
engineering degree
team leadership
communication skills
  • In-depth understanding of Canadian municipal wastewater regulations, policies, and planning practices, as well as U.S. EPA wet weather compliance requirements.
  • Proven ability to support business development and client engagement in Canada
  • Expertise with major wastewater modelling platforms ( Bentley WaterGEMS, Bentley HAMMER InfoWorks ICM, PCSWMM, MIKE URBAN, ANSYS CFX/Fluent, STARCCM+, SewerGEMS, or equivalent ).
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Water Resources Engineering
  • Demonstrated success in team leadership, mentoring
  • Minimum 8+ years related industry and engineering design experience in hydraulic modelling
  • Registered as a P.Eng. in the province of ON or able to obtain within 6 months
  • 15+ years of progressive experience in hydraulic modelling with leadership responsibilities.
  • Strong communication, technical writing, and presentation skills with diverse audiences.
  • Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
  • sponsorship for canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.
Security clearance
  • background checks may be conducted in accordance with aecom's policies and requirements.
Company
Overview
Born 1990
Year of Formation
The company was formed in 1990 through the merger of five legacy firms.
$16B annual revenue
Annual Revenue
The company generates over $16 billion in revenue annually and ranks highly in ENR's global design firm lists.
150+ countries
Global Presence
The company operates in over 150 countries worldwide.
Megaprojects delivery
Project Scope
The company is known for delivering megaprojects such as cable-stayed bridges, Olympic venues, ports, transit hubs, and disaster recovery works.
  • Launched as a bold independent infrastructure consultancy from a merger of five legacy firms dating back over a century.
  • Handles everything from geotech to electro-mechanical systems, as seen in the award-winning Romaine Hydroelectric Complex in Canada.
  • Guides projects through every lifecycle stage in transportation, buildings, water systems, energy, and environmental sectors.
Culture + Values
  • Safety first - We put safety at the core of everything we do.
  • Integrity - We act with the highest ethical standards.
  • Collaboration - We believe in the power of teamwork.
  • Innovation - We embrace creativity and foster new ideas.
  • Sustainability - We are committed to creating a sustainable future.
Environment + Sustainability
2040
Net Zero Carbon Target
Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2040.
50%
Emission Reduction Target
Committed to reducing operational carbon emissions by 50% by 2030.
  • Focus on decarbonization across client projects and operations.
  • Developed strategies for climate resilience and adaptation.
  • Initiated projects that contribute to sustainable infrastructure and urban planning.
Inclusion & Diversity
50% gender parity
Gender Parity Target
Aim to achieve gender balance in leadership positions by 2030.
35% increase
Women Leadership Growth
Achieved significant growth in women representation in leadership roles in 2022.
  • Committed to increasing racial and ethnic diversity across the company.
  • Implemented programs to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.
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