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Senior Environmental Manager Water

AECOM


Job Location:

Columbia, IN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 28 October 2026 (10 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 25 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

AECOM is seeking a Senior Environmental Manager for our South Carolina practice. The ideal candidate will have experience with industrial municipal state and federal stormwater and wastewater programs especially regulatory compliance and this role the successful candidate will provide senior technical oversight for a variety of water resources wastewater and stormwater projects related to a wide range of clients. A significant amount of experience leading and managing projects of highly technical nature will be essential to serve effectively in this role.

The candidate will work collaboratively with the business unit operations leadership sales leaders other members of senior staff and project managers within business this leadership role the candidate is expected to participate in operational leadership calls and implement proper health and safety quality management and other AECOM standard practices and new initiatives. The candidate will lead municipal stormwater pursuits nationwide as well as focusing on South Carolina. The candidate will actively participate in recruiting new staff and promote AECOMs collaborative and team building office culture with initiatives such as Great Place to Work Freedom to Grow and our Technical Practice Group.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the planning execution and delivery of regulatory compliance projects throughout all project phases for South Carolina municipal clients.
  • Develop and maintain project management plans schedules budgets risk registers and resource forecasts.
  • Work collaboratively across the South Carolina water group coordinating with Project Managers and Client Service Managers.
  • Manage project scope schedule budget quality and risk while ensuring contractual obligations are met.
  • Maintain existing client relationships and contracts by successful project delivery.
  • Develop new clients and grow water resources practice statewide.
  • Serve as a Project Manager and program manager.
  • Attend client meetings and coordinate with regulatory agencies.
  • Coordinate with AECOM project team members (and subcontractors when used); provide technical leadership in the areas of environmental and stormwater management research field work stormwater and wastewater analysis stormwater design monitoring and water quality and watershed planning.
  • Provide internal and external guidance on federal and state water quality requirements including NPDES permitting industrial pretreatment municipal stormwater programs and funding opportunities for eligible water infrastructure and compliance improvement projects.
  • Lead the preparation technical review and delivery of compliance assessments permitting documents alternatives analyses and water quality management plans.
  • Provide technical oversight and reviews of stormwater design and construction documents inspection checklists reports assessments public education/outreach materials etc.
  • Participate in local and regional water resources organizations as appropriate on behalf of AECOM.
  • Promote AECOMs quality health and safety environmental and project management standards across project teams.
  • Lead and implement AECOM office cultural practices for team building and recruit new talent to build AECOMs team.
  • Some local travel will be required in South Carolina and occasional travel outside of local area may be required.

Qualifications :

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • BA/BS in Engineering Environmental Science or a related discipline 8 Years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
  • Due to the nature of the work U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • Valid U.S. drivers license and as a condition of employment must be able to pass AECOMs Motor Vehicle Records review.
  • Experience with wastewater pretreatment program management and municipal regulatory compliance.
  • Proven experience and knowledge with NPDES/TMDL/Water Quality.
  • Position requires travel to project and client sites.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 15 years of experience in Environmental Science Engineering or related field.
  • Existing relationships with South Carolina municipal clients.
  • Significant experience working in the capacity of a project manager.
  • Experience and confidence to work independently to produce high quality deliverables on time and on budget.
  • Ability to interact appropriately with regulatory personnel and clients for routine tasks.
  • Experience with funding opportunities for municipal clients.
  • Experience with business development and client relationship management.
  • Experience developing strategies and planning documents related to stormwater and wastewater management.
  • Ability to review and interpret design/construction plans and specifications.
  • Experience leading and developing project teams.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Additional Information :

This position does not offer sponsorship now or in the future.

This position does not offer relocation assistance.

At AECOM we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

 

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 2025. Learn more at . 

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 youll 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 youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere 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. 


Remote Work :

No


Employment Type :

Full-time


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