Senior Project Engineer – Ports & Marine

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AECOM is seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer– Ports & Marine to join our Florida team and lead the delivery of complex infrastructure projects throughout the region.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: The selected candidate will apply independent engineering judgment to assess compliance with contract requirements, evaluate proposed modifications, and coordinate resolution of technical issues with the client, design-builder, and construction management team. A strong heavy civil engineering background is required; previous port experience is preferred but not required.

Construction Design Review and Project Management Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate construction submittals, drawings, product data, and proposed substitutions for compliance with owner requirements and contract documents
• Review Requests for Information (RFIs) and proposed responses, coordinating technical input across relevant disciplines
• Evaluate proposed change orders and field modifications, assessing technical justification, scope, supporting documentation, and potential cost and schedule impacts
• Assess design revisions during construction to ensure functionality, durability, maintainability, and compatibility with existing operations
• Coordinate with design-build teams, clients, contractors, and construction management staff to resolve design discrepancies and field issues
• Document review findings, track comment resolution, and provide recommendations for acceptance or approval in accordance with delegated authority and contract procedures
• Participate in construction coordination meetings and site visits as needed

Ports, Marine, and Coastal Infrastructure Leadership

• Lead complex ports, marine, waterfront, and coastal infrastructure projects from planning and design through construction and final delivery.
• Manage a portfolio of projects and key client relationships, overseeing project delivery, revenue growth, profitability, schedules, quality, and client satisfaction.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and provide strategic direction to Project Managers and staff overseeing multiple projects and programs, including those involving complex scopes, Risk Triggering Factors (RTF), and significant risk and uncertainty.
• Develop and execute project strategies that proactively identify, mitigate, and manage risks while minimizing exposure to claims, scope changes, and financial impacts.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, foster repeat business, and identify opportunities for continued growth.
• Oversee project financial performance, including revenue forecasting, cost control, profit margins, billing, and overall financial results.
• Coordinate clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, and technical disciplines to ensure safe, efficient project delivery in accordance with AECOM standards and client requirements.
• Lead business development, proposal development, client engagement, and strategic growth initiatives within Florida’s Ports and Marine market.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field plus 8 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and or education
• 8 years of progressive project management experience, preferably involving ports, marine, coastal, waterfront, or heavy civil infrastructure
• Active PE license in Florida, or ability to obtain that license within the timeframe required for the assignment
• Valid US Driver’s License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices. As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing Ports, Marine, waterfront, coastal, or maritime infrastructure projects
• Experience working with FDOT, Florida port authorities, municipalities, or other public-sector transportation and infrastructure agencies
• Established relationships with Florida Ports, FDOT, contractors, consultants, and other key industry stakeholders
• Demonstrated experience with business development, client management, and developing repeat business within the Ports and Marine market

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position
• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position

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