Jobs at AECOM

Job Description

• Under the supervision of a Senior Engineer, perform detailed structural designs and calculations for structural systems in commercial and industrial fields for both reinforced concrete and structural steel type structures.
• When required assist with Revit modelling.
• Take responsibility for structural design and drawings.
• Be part of a project team, liaise with other professional team members and contractors.
• Attend planning, design and site meetings, and ad-hoc site inspections.
• Manage less complicated projects
• Work to ensure the implementation of safety and integrity principles in structural documentation.
• Promote compliance with all relevant engineering standards and internal procedures for all design activities.
• Assist with the compilation of bids and proposals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in design of concrete and steel structures.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of structural analysis software like Tekla Structural Designer / Etabs / Robot / Prokon.
• Revit Structures knowledge will be advantageous.
• Must have experience in the design of reinforced concrete and structural steel buildings.
• Finite element design of concrete structures, specifically flat slab design.
• Some experience in leading small design projects, including resource planning and design time frame estimates.
• B.Eng. Degree
• M.Eng. Degree preferable

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Job Description

• AECOM is seeking a talented and experienced Software Quality Assurance Tester to work a hybrid work schedule out of one of our offices in Cape Town, Durban, or Johannesburg South Afirca.
• The successful candidate will play an integral role on multiple projects ensuring the quality of internal and client-facing applications.
• Our R&D team produces a variety of applications, typically with geospatial capabilities, that run on the desktop, web, AWS, and a variety of client production systems.
• The candidate will need to learn topics in water resources engineering and flood mitigation.
• This is an exciting opportunity to join an accomplished team and work on a variety of exciting and innovative projects for our various clients.
• We take pride in helping our clients deliver critical resources and services, improving the places where people live and work, and sustaining a world in which we can all flourish.

The typical responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct manual testing on a variety of desktop and web solutions.
• Define, build, and maintain test scenarios that validate these solutions on an ongoing basis.
• Execute test scenarios, monitor test results, identify issues, and work with the software development team to resolve.
• Ensure solutions fulfill the highest possible quality, performance, usability, and supportability criteria.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• BS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field from an accredited university.
• 2+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Experience with manual testing of desktop and/or web applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• Experience working with Agile methodologies, such as Scrum.
• Experience with ESRI and open-source GIS technologies.
• Basic familiarity with DevOps concepts.
• Demonstrated aptitude with relational database systems such as SQL Server.
• Demonstrated aptitude with cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Ability to clearly explain ideas and thoughts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Passion for quality, detail oriented, and know how to break software by finding bugs.
• Interest in learning about GIS technologies.

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Job Description

• AECOM is seeking a creative, highly talented Desktop Application Software Developer to work a hybrid work schedule based out of one of our offices in Cape Town, Johannesburg, or Durban, South Africa.
• The successful candidate will utilize their design and development skills to deliver products that are high quality, on time and within budget.
• The developer will participate in the design, coding, testing, debugging, documentation, and deployment of new database and spatial software and will maintain and improve legacy spatial software.
• The candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing efficient algorithms for several applications that will leverage spatial and non-spatial data querying and processing.
• The candidate will work closely with technical and business staff to develop solutions.
• The ability of the candidate to learn topics in water resources engineering and flood mitigation will be needed.
• Our onboarding process includes in-person, hands-on training and pair programming.
• Due to the varying nature of our projects, our technology staff grow their skills rapidly since each solution requires new approaches and technology components.
• This is an exciting opportunity to join an accomplished team and work on a variety of exciting and innovative projects for our various clients.
• We take pride in helping our clients deliver critical resources and services, improving the places where people live and work, and sustaining a world in which we can all flourish.

The typical responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Support current applications and take the lead in new application initiatives.
• Translate detailed specifications into production-ready code, delivering leading edge geospatial solutions to our clients through desktop applications.
• Actively participate in the review of business / system requirements to obtain a thorough understanding of needs to deliver accurate solutions.
• Review and analyze the effectiveness and efficiency of existing systems and develop strategies for improving or further leveraging these systems using new technology / approaches.
• Perform unit and functional testing as needed.
• Produce technical documentation that accurately and thoroughly depicts the software design and code base, to support QA testing, deployment, and production support activities.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• BS degree in Computer Science or related area
• 2+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• College courses or equivalent experience using programming languages C, C++ or C#.
• Solid understanding of object-oriented programming concepts.
• Experience with relational databases, such as SQL Server.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS degree in Computer Science or related area
• Experience with .NET Framework or .NET Core using C#.
• User interface design in C# WPF XAML with MVC bindings.
• Experience with source control software such as Git or Azure DevOps.
• Experience with ESRI’s ArcObjects SDK or ArcGIS Pro SDK.
• Experience writing automated unit tests and CI/CD.

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Job Description

• AECOM is looking to employ a Senior Engineer - Hydromechanical

Technical Excellence

• Mechanical equipment in water conveyance systems, with an emphasis on dam equipment; gates, control valves; screens hoists, etc. experience critical
• Experience in the design of bulk fluid conveyance systems: bulk pipelines, valve chambers, surge mitigation; network distribution systems, pump stations; water treatment plants, etc.
• Should understand standard fluid conveyance components, how they work, what their limitations are, and how to use them within a design
• Experience with inter-discipline coordination – electrical; instrumental; civil structural, etc.
• Must be able to have meaningful discussions on a technical level on these disciplines, and defer to discipline leads to make final decisions
• Constructability and Safety in Design must be in mind during the design process.
• Must be able to have robust discussions with stakeholders, get complex ideas across, discuss critical items with other specialists, and manage other personalities, conflicts, etc, while still guiding the discussion to a meaningful result – a solution for the technical problem.
• Must be solution-driven; have a positive outlook; and be able to weather the client’s abuse even when not guilty.
• Must have the ability to understand drawings,3D design and do CAD reviews, calculations and be general fluid conveyance excellence track record

Minimum Requirements

• 8+ Years of Experience
• BEng Degree from Recognized University, M -Degree will be preferable
• Registered as a Professional Engineer with ECSA

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Job Description

• We are in search of a skilled and experienced Civil Infrastructure PM/DM to lead our design team within a dynamic consultancy environment.
• The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the design and management of civil infrastructure projects, particularly in sectors such as water supply, drainage, and/or water & wastewater treatment plants.
• This role demands a professional who is adept at overseeing complex design processes, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality infrastructure solutions.

Here is what you will do:

• Undertakes full day to day Design Management role on a range of complex projects or on a small programme of projects or running a significant component of a major project or programme of projects.
• Undertake internal team and project management responsibilities and partake in business development activities.

Project & Design Leadership in Civil Infrastructure:

• Lead the design process for civil infrastructure projects, focusing on water supply, drainage, and/or water & wastewater treatment plants, from project planning to execution and closure.
• Develop project strategies and plans that align with project objectives and client needs.
• Guide the project team through complex technical challenges, ensuring innovative and practical solutions.

Multidisciplinary Team Coordination:

• Manage and inspire multidisciplinary design teams, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
• Ensure seamless integration of various engineering disciplines in the design process.
• Coordinate with other department heads to allocate resources effectively and meet project demands.
• Coordinate with various EC offices for Multidisciplinary and/or Multicenter projects

Design Process Management

• Oversee the design stages from concept to final delivery, ensuring adherence to project timelines and specifications.
• Monitor the progress of design work, identifying and resolving any issues that arise.
• Conduct regular review meetings to assess design progress and make necessary adjustments.

Quality Assurance and Standards Compliance:

• Implement and maintain high standards of design quality, ensuring compliance with AECOM’s quality principles, industry regulations and client specifications.
• Regularly review and assess design outputs for technical accuracy and innovation.

Stakeholder Engagement and Support:

• Act as a primary point of contact for internal teams and external stakeholders regarding design matters.
• Provide expert advice and support to project teams, enhancing design outcomes and efficiency.

Budget and Resource Optimization:

• Manage project budgets, ensuring cost-effective use of resources and identifying opportunities for savings.
• Optimize the allocation of design resources to maximize efficiency and project success.
• Change management – Proactive in initiating, recording, assessing in terms of design impact/ budget/schedule.

Risk Management and Mitigation:

• Identify potential risks in the design phase and develop effective mitigation strategies.
• Address and resolve design-related issues proactively to prevent project delays or cost overruns.

Project Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain comprehensive and accurate project documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and present regular design reports to internal teams and stakeholders for informed decision-making.
• Adapt to the AECOM Project Delivery Procedures and standards.

Here’s what we’re looking for:

• Registration as PrEng with ECSA, AND
• Registration as PrCPM with SACPCMP (PrCPM), OR
• Certification as PMP / PgMP / PfMP / PMI-SP / PMI-ACP with PMI
• Extensive experience as a Project Manager or Design Manager in civil infrastructure projects, with a focus on water supply, drainage, and/or water & wastewater treatment plants.
• Strong leadership skills and experience in managing multidisciplinary design teams.
• In-depth knowledge of civil engineering principles and design standards.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in relevant design software and project management tools.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• We welcome applications from dedicated Civil Infrastructure Project Managers / Design Managers who are eager to contribute to high-quality infrastructure projects in a collaborative and forward-thinking work environment.

Qualifications

• Honours degree in built environment field of study with a minimum of twelve (12) years' relevant post-graduate experience
• B-Tech degree in built environment field of study with a minimum of thirteen (13) years’ relevant post-graduate experience