Construction Engineer – Owner Verification (OV)

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AECOM is seeking a highly skilledConstruction Engineer to support the SR 400 Express Lanes Owner Verification (OV) team—one of the most complex and high-profile infrastructure projects in the United States. This transformative $4.6 billion initiative will add two express lanes in each direction along a 16-mile corridor while delivering over 25 bridges and four Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) stations under GDOT’s first Public-Private Partnership (P3) concession.

As part of a collocated team under the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT), the Construction Engineer serves as a key technical representative of the Owner, providing engineering oversight, construction verification, and coordination with the Developer and Independent Quality Firm (IQF). This role combines field engineering, technical analysis, and construction oversight to ensure compliance with project design, contractual obligations, and quality standards.

Under limited supervision, this role requiresindependent evaluation, selection, adaptation, and implementationof standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria. The Construction Engineer is fully competent in most aspects of the role and will work onprojects of substantial complexity, exercising sound engineering judgment in dynamic field environments. This individual may also assumelead responsibilities, guiding junior engineers, inspectors, and technical staff to ensure consistent execution and quality delivery.

Reporting to the Construction OV Manager, this position plays a critical role in successful project delivery through leadership, technical expertise, and proactive problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Provideengineering oversight and technical verification of roadway and bridge construction activities to ensure alignment with design plans, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Conductindependent field evaluations and engineering assessments, identifying deficiencies and determining appropriate corrective actions.
• Apply and adaptstandard engineering methods and practices to address complex field conditions and construction challenges.
• Review and interpretconstruction drawings, specifications, geotechnical data, and structural reports (including BFI, pile driving logs, and drilled shaft reports).
• Serve as atechnical liaison between GDOT (Owner), the Developer, and the Independent Quality Firm (IQF) to resolve engineering and construction issues.
• Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance withengineering standards, approved methods, materials specifications, and safety requirements.
• Evaluate and verifymaterials sampling, testing, and QA/QC data in accordance with the Construction Quality Assurance Program (CQAP).
• Lead or support theengineering review of non-conformance reports, remediation plans, and corrective actions to ensure proper resolution.
• Participate inpre-construction and pre-activity meetings, evaluating technical input and engineering guidance.
• Analyzeconstruction progress, productivity, and quality trends, making data-driven recommendations for improvement.
• Ensure allQA/QC documentation and material certifications meet requirements for final project acceptance.
• Maintain complete and accurateengineering records, reports, and project documentation in support of contract administration.
• Providetechnical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, inspectors, and technicians, ensuring adherence to best practices.
• Maylead small teams or specific workstreams, coordinating engineering and inspection activities across disciplines.
• Promote and enforce a strongsafety culture, ensuring engineering decisions align with safe construction practices.

Minimum:

• BA/BS and6 years of progressive experience in roadway and bridge construction inspection, engineering support, or related experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• 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:

• Bachelor’s degree inCivil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or Construction Management.
• Experience working onlarge-scale transportation infrastructure projects, particularly roadway and bridge construction.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Engineering design standards and construction specifications
  • Construction methods, materials, and equipment
  • Structural and geotechnical construction practices
• Proven ability toindependently evaluate complex situations and apply engineering judgment in field conditions.
• Proficiency inengineering mathematics (algebra, geometry, trigonometry) for field problem-solving and analysis.
• Experience reviewing and interpretingcomplex construction and inspection documentation.
• Demonstrated leadership experience or ability toguide teams and coordinate multidisciplinary efforts.
• Experience and commitment tosafety, quality assurance, and continuous improvement in construction environments.
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Posted salary range suggestion:  $95,000 to $120,000 

• Work performed inactive and potentially hazardous construction environments, including traffic, heights, water proximity, and adverse weather.
• Position requires availability fornight, weekend, and holiday work based on construction schedules.
• Relocation 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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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. 

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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. 

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