Application Guide

How to Apply for Civil Site Lead, Power Delivery 

at AECOM

🏢 About AECOM

AECOM stands out as a global infrastructure firm committed to 'Building sustainable legacies,' focusing on innovative and environmentally conscious solutions in power delivery and civil engineering. Their emphasis on remote work for this role demonstrates adaptability and trust in distributed teams, appealing to professionals seeking flexibility while contributing to large-scale, impactful projects.

About This Role

As Civil Site Lead for Power Delivery, you will oversee all civil construction at substation and transmission line sites, ensuring adherence to designs, schedules, and specifications. This role is impactful because you directly enable reliable power infrastructure, mentor site teams, and solve practical engineering challenges that affect project timelines and sustainability goals.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day involves reviewing civil design drawings and schedules remotely, coordinating with on-site teams via video calls to oversee earthwork or foundation progress, and troubleshooting discrepancies in real-time. You might also mentor junior engineers, update project managers on deliverables, and ensure all work aligns with AECOM's sustainability standards.

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🎯 Who AECOM Is Looking For

  • Has 5+ years of hands-on experience leading civil work on power delivery projects (substations/transmission lines), not just general civil engineering.
  • Demonstrates expertise in interpreting civil design drawings for earthwork, grading, drainage, and foundations specific to power infrastructure.
  • Proven ability to manage site surveys for route determination and provide technical leadership to engineers and inspectors in remote settings.
  • Can balance field oversight with administrative duties like supporting project managers on budgets and deliverables for site civil work.

📝 Tips for Applying to AECOM

1

Highlight specific power delivery projects in your resume (e.g., 'led civil work for a 230kV transmission line in [Region]'), not just general civil experience.

2

Emphasize remote collaboration skills, as this role is fully remote but requires coordinating with on-site teams and project managers.

3

Tailor your application to AECOM's sustainability focus by mentioning experience with environmentally compliant construction or sustainable civil practices.

4

Include quantifiable achievements related to schedule adherence, budget management, or team mentorship in previous site lead roles.

5

Use keywords from the job description like 'substation civil work,' 'transmission line routes,' and 'technical leadership' in your resume and cover letter.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your direct experience managing civil work for power delivery projects, with examples of ensuring compliance with drawings and specifications.', "How you've provided technical leadership to site teams, including mentoring engineers or inspectors in remote or field settings.", "Alignment with AECOM's mission by describing a past project where you contributed to sustainable or innovative infrastructure solutions.", 'Your ability to support project managers on schedules and budgets specifically for site civil work, highlighting a relevant success.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → AECOM's recent power delivery projects in the US (e.g., substation upgrades or renewable energy integrations) to understand their portfolio.
  • → Their 'Sustainable Legacies' strategy and how it applies to civil engineering and infrastructure development.
  • → The company's remote work culture and tools, as this role requires effective virtual collaboration with on-site teams.
  • → Industry trends in power delivery civil work, such as advancements in foundation techniques or drainage systems for transmission lines.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a time you resolved a discrepancy between civil design drawings and on-site conditions for a substation or transmission line project.
2 How do you manage and mentor a distributed team of civil engineers and inspectors while working remotely?
3 Walk us through your process for reviewing and interpreting technical documents to ensure compliance with power delivery standards.
4 Discuss your experience with site surveys for transmission line routing or substation layout optimization.
5 How have you contributed to sustainability goals in previous civil construction projects, aligning with AECOM's focus?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic civil engineering resume without emphasizing power delivery or site lead experience for substations/transmission lines.
  • Failing to demonstrate remote work competency or experience managing distributed teams in a construction context.
  • Overlooking the requirement to support project managers on budgets and schedules, focusing only on technical aspects in your application.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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