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Senior Pavement Engineer
Senior Engineer – Pavement Engineering & Construction Materials
AECOM – Transportation – Hybrid (Europe & India)
About AECOM
At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world. Our global team of 50,000+ professionals across engineering, design, and construction management partners with clients to tackle the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges—shaping smarter cities, sustainable transport, and resilient communities.
We empower our employees to innovate, grow, and make an impact, with a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and environmental excellence. As a Fortune 500 firm, we deliver transformative projects worldwide, driven by technical expertise, digital innovation, and a culture that values every talent.
About the Role
We’re seeking a Senior Engineer to join our multidisciplinary pavement engineering and construction materials team. This is a prime opportunity for professionals with established expertise to take technical ownership, collaborate across airports, ports, highways, and transport infrastructure, and shape the future of sustainable design and construction.
Key Responsibilities
As a Senior Engineer, you’ll:
- Formalise technical authority – Lead complex pavement engineering tasks, design assessments, back-analysis, and materials-based work with minimal supervision.
- Drive independent judgement – Deploy subject matter expertise, review standards/specifications, and contribute technical input to scope, fee estimates, and project resourcing.
- Mentor and support – Oversee analysis produced by Engineers, check outputs for accuracy, and guide junior team members.
- Act with agility – Apply engineering judgement in constrained environments, whether due to program deadlines or budget constraints.
- Showcase innovation – Collaborate on improving technical workflows, data consistency, and digital tools.
- Engage on-site – Participate in inspections, technical troubleshooting, or field evaluations as required.
- Grow as a leader – Contribute to Chartership support, learning opportunities, and professional development within a supportive global firm.
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Requirements
Essential Experience & Skills
- Engineering degree or equivalent (e.g., "Chartership eligible status" or demonstrating progress towards it).
- At least 5+ years of professional experience in pavement engineering or construction materials, including:
- Specialist expertise in asphalt, aggregates, concretely hydraulically bound materials, soils, or a proven generalist capability across ports, airports, highways, or related infrastructure.
- Hands-on experience in design, assessment, or back-analysis.
- Comfortable conducting technical discussions with clients, project teams, and stakeholders.
- Ability to operate independently with strong initiative when faced with ambiguous information.
Preferred Attributes
- Recognised practitioner contribution in industry standards or publications.
- Proven mentorship or team leadership experience.
Benefits & Support for Growth
At AECOM, we invest in your long-term development:
✅ Career progression through structured mentorship, technical networks, and volunteering initiatives (e.g., AECOM University, network training). ✅ Chartership support and encouragement to advance professional credentials. ✅ Diverse project exposure to build adaptability across aviation, transport, and infrastructure. ✅ Flexible hybrid work options, balancing office collaboration and remote flexibility. ✅ Well-being programs - yoga, mental health support, personalised wellness initiatives. ✅ Social capital – sports clubs, workplace challenges, team events, and recognition awards. ✅ Zero compromise on sustainability – embedded into every project and team culture.
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Why Join Us?
We’re more than an employer: we’re a community where your contribution directs amazing change.
🌍 Purpose-driven roles – Your work contributes to real-world impact on transportation, resource access, and resilience. 📈 Global diversity – You’ll collaborate in teams of 50,000+, crossing borders and cultures to solve challenges. 🚀 Innovation – Propel the future with cutting-edge technology, digital solutions, and pioneering projects.
Opportunity Details
- Business Line: Transportation
- Group: Delivering Commercial Solutions (DCS)
- Strategic Unit: Europe & India
- Career Area: Engineering
Equality & Belonging
AECOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value neurodiversity, disability inclusion, and diversity across all categories. If you require reasonable adjustments to apply, contact us at ReasonableAccommodations@aecom.com.
Application: We welcome applications from all backgrounds. No criteria are essential, but relevant experience and passion for impactful engineering will transform your future here.
Your Next Step
- Uncertain? Explore our AECOM Voices on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube to hear from our team.
- Questions? Connect with Siobhan Osborne (Recruiter) on LinkedIn.
Ready to Push the Limits? Apply today and join us in shaping a better world.
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