AECOM is actively seeking a highly experienced and motivated Architect to support its Water Design Center.
AECOM’s Design Center located in Chelmsford, MA is nationally recognized as the center of excellence that focuses on the design of large, complex, multi-discipline, high-profile water and wastewater treatment and pumping facilities for both traditional and design-build projects throughout the U.S. The Design Center is comprised of approximately 70 staff and includes a full complement of disciplines including:
Geotechnical
Civil
Architectural
Structural
Building Mechanical (i.e., HVAC, Plumbing & Fire Protection)
Process Mechanical
Electrical
Instrumentation & Controls (I&C)
CAD/Revit Specialists
The layout and design of these water and wastewater treatment facilities and pumping stations include:
Administrative/Operations Buildings
Pumps, piping, valves, etc.
Headworks, screening, grit removal systems
Aeration, filtration, separation, dewatering and clarification systems
Odor control systems
Chemical feed systems
Disinfection
Sludge and residual handling systems
Interesting design projects that we are currently working on or have completed in the past year include:
McLoughlin Point WWTF (new), Victoria BC ($275M Design Build project)
MWRA Deer Island Treatment Plant Upgrades, Boston MA (several projects; $20M)
Ridgefield, CT WWTF Upgrade ($38M)
MCA Mongolia WTP (new), ($100M)
Portsmouth, NH WWTF Upgrade ($72.5M)
Woonsocket, RI WTP (new), ($57M Design Build project)
Sand Island, HI WWTF Upgrade, ($500M)
Stockton, CA WWTF Upgrade, ($190M Design Build project)
Pittsfield, MA WWTF Upgrade, ($51M)
Wallingford, CT WWTF Upgrade ($40M)
Responsibilities include:
Support the layout and design of water and wastewater treatment facilities and pumping stations
This position will involve a variety of new and renovations to existing governmental, commercial, institutional and industrial facilities
Work under the supervision of a senior-level team member from the Chelmsford Design Center
Develop architectural plans, elevations, sections and details, as needed
Verify compliance with applicable codes and standards / practices
Coordinate with other in-house engineering disciplines as needed
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Bachelor's Degree in related field or equivalent work experience
2 years of experience as an Architect or Architectural Designer
4 years of experience as an Architect or Architectural Designer
B. Arch or Master's degree in Architecture
Ability to become a licensed architect in the future
LEED Accredited Professional
Experience in the water/wastewater industry
Experience with industrial architecture
Experience with AutoCAD Architecture and Adobe Photoshop
Excellent REVIT skills
Experience with BIM 360 and Navisworks
Ability to work with a diverse team
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Detail-oriented and technical, yet experienced enough to see the big picture
Experienced, self-directed professional
Must be a highly motivated self-starter with solid writing and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy of work
Ability to work independently with minimal oversight
Ability to meet quality, schedule and budget expectations
Ability to multi-task and be flexible and able to adapt to rapidly changing project requirements and deadlines
Ability to apply passion and enthusiasm for design in a collaborative and progressive team-oriented work environment
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point)
We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business.
We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career.
When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started.
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