Water Design Manager at AECOM in London (Aldgate) – Visa Sponsorship Available

Are you a skilled Water Design Manager looking for a pivotal role with an industry leader? AECOM is seeking a dedicated professional for their London (Aldgate) office, and this is an ideal opportunity for Nigerian and other African immigrants as visa sponsorship is readily available. While the salary isn't explicitly listed, AECOM offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your future and well-being, making it a highly attractive prospect for those seeking to advance their careers in the UK.

Job Description

In this dynamic role, you will join AECOM's multidisciplinary Water Team in England & Wales, contributing to high-profile, industry-leading infrastructure projects. Your expertise will be crucial across the full project lifecycle, from feasibility and design through to construction, operation, maintenance, and asset management, with a specific focus on blue-green infrastructure, drainage, and flood risk projects in the UK and internationally.

You will provide technical leadership and expertise across all design stages, ensuring compliance with standards, regulations, safety, and quality requirements. Key responsibilities include leading the technical delivery of complex tasks, managing project programmes and budgets, and proactively resolving engineering and stakeholder issues to ensure successful project progression. You will also manage interactions within AECOM teams and with external clients, preparing proposals and communicating project progress effectively.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering.
• Chartered/Incorporated status or actively working towards it with a relevant institution (e.g., ICE, CIWEM).
• Proven experience in the delivery and design of sustainable drainage or nature-based solutions in a management or technical leadership capacity.
• Experience in the outline and/or detailed design of flood risk management, flood risk assessment, or drainage schemes.
• Demonstrated experience in leading project teams or sub-teams, including mentoring and training junior staff.
• Applicants must either possess the right to work in the UK or be eligible for Skilled Worker (Tier 2) visa sponsorship, which is available for this role.

Benefits

• A comprehensive range of core and personalised benefits tailored to your future and well-being.
• Excellent opportunities for career development, including access to technical practice networks and AECOM University.
• Flexible hybrid working model to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
• Volunteering days to support community engagement.
• Join a dynamic water business with around 700 experts across the UK & Ireland, offering extensive opportunities for professional growth.

How to Prepare

For Nigerian and African immigrants targeting this Water Design Manager role, thorough preparation is key. Ensure your CV is polished and reformatted to a UK standard, highlighting your experience in blue-green infrastructure, flood risk management, and team leadership. Tailor your LinkedIn profile to reflect UK employer expectations, showcasing your professional achievements and relevant qualifications like your Chartered status or progress towards it. Your cover letter should articulate your passion for innovation in water design and explicitly mention your eligibility for visa sponsorship.

During the interview, be ready to discuss your technical expertise in detail, providing concrete examples of projects where you’ve led design and managed teams. Proactively address your visa status, emphasizing your readiness and enthusiasm to relocate and contribute to AECOM’s success. Highlight your adaptability and commitment to a long-term career in the UK.

• Update your CV to a UK format, focusing on quantifiable achievements in water design and project management.
• Optimise your LinkedIn profile to align with UK professional standards and showcase your expertise.
• Draft a compelling cover letter that addresses your visa sponsorship needs and enthusiasm for the role.
• Prepare to discuss your technical leadership and problem-solving skills with specific project examples.
• Research AECOM’s recent projects to demonstrate genuine interest and align your experience with their work.

Visa Sponsorship & Foreigner Eligibility

Visa sponsorship for a Skilled Worker (Tier 2) visa is available for this Water Design Manager position, meaning foreign and overseas applicants are openly invited to apply. AECOM has explicitly advertised this role as open to those needing a UK work visa. If you have any questions about your specific eligibility or visa status, it is advisable to contact AECOM's recruitment team at ReasonableAccommodations@aecom.com to confirm before applying.