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AECOM’s Enterprise Capabilities team is looking for a Senior Roadway Engineer to join our team in Madrid.

About Enterprise Capabilities

Fundamental to our Think and Act Globally strategy and digital adoption, Enterprise Capabilities (EC) is AECOM’s primary vehicle for workshare. Operating across geographic boundaries and time-zones, EC partners with regional and Global Business Line project teams to provide technical expertise, accelerate delivery and keep AECOM competitive in the industry. 

With a team of over 3000 technical professionals located across nine countries and remote technical anchors, EC teams are trusted to deliver high-quality, specialist services that help to fill capability gaps, resourcing needs and technical constraints on projects of all scopes and sizes.  

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Job Description

Job Description

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Engineer with experience in Roadway design and team leading, to join our ambitious and experienced Linear Infrastructures team. We are working on stages as early as feasibility studies up to detailed designs on a wide range of projects, either as standalone linear infrastructures team or as part of multidisciplinary teams. Our clients are from the private and public sector and include long term Framework Agreements with numerous Local Authorities together with Design and Build commissions for many major Contractors. Our office has an established track record of successfully delivering Linear Infrastructures designs (Roadways and Railways) for many years, throughout the USA and Australia not to mention Canada or Middle East. You may have the opportunity to work on some of the most iconic Transportation projects, being part of a diverse and multicultural team. This is a key role within the Europe Global Delivery Center (Poland/Spain) Linear Infrastructure team in Madrid.

 

Here is what you will do:

Serves as a Highway lead engineer on mid- to large size projects supported by EC.

Makes day-to-day decisions for a technical team, integrating resources from different EC offices (Poland, Spain, India…)

Provides technical expertise for studies and design efforts and conducts complex value engineering evaluations, determining alternative designs, materials, construction techniques.

Categorizes packages of work to be done by EC, elaborates project execution plans and in combination with internal clients defines the delivery strategy, including composition of design teams. 

Performs quality control reviews of work developed by others. Approves and signs off on work.

Accountable for the results of the team and adherence to agreed upon budget for a specific package of work.

Delivers effective communication inclusive of internal clients and team members to clarify expectations and requirements.

Awareness and application of highway/railway engineering standards, project specifications, evaluation of design options and design decision making, understanding of stage gated multidisciplinary design development process and understanding of impacts of design decisions on constructability, operation and maintenance of a Linear Infrastructure.

Responsible for leading small to large design teams working for internal clients, integrating resources from different EC offices (Spain, Poland, India, etc.)

Trains, mentors and evaluates less experienced staff (within the Europe EC group or other Delivery Centers).

Qualifications

Here’s what we’re looking for:

Proven track record of working on Highways designs and collaborating with international and multi-cultural teams (+10 years).

Team management experience (+3 years)

Experience working with international regulations and standards.

Proficient in various software packages for geometric design of linear infrastructures such as: OPENROADS, CIVIL 3D, 12D, etc.

Proven commitment with Quality Control Policy and Quality Management System.

Experience working in the North America region / Australia will be considered favorably.

Fluent in English (oral and written).

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor or Master degree in Civil Engineering

US and/or Australia Professional Engineer license will be considered favorably

Additional Information

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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 2024. 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.