AECOM: Airfield Drainage Expert (Airside) — Gurugram, HR, India

About AECOM

AECOM is an infrastructure consulting business whose employer material describes work involving transport, energy, water and the built environment. Its activities bring together planning, design, engineering, scientific work, and programme or construction management. The organisation's described projects concern the physical systems used by communities, from travel and utilities to buildings. Those activities connect technical disciplines with project delivery, supported by digital and business functions around the planning, development and management of infrastructure.

The position and its setting

AECOM lists Airfield Drainage Expert (Airside) in Gurugram, HR, India, under reference REF58228N. The details below separate the work described by the employer from essential conditions, preferred experience and practical preparation advice.

• Employment type: Full-time
• Employer listing date: 12 August 2026
• Legal Entity: AECOM India Private Limited
• Job Family: Civil
• Brands: AECOM

Responsibilities and work described

• Position Overview:
• We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Airfield Drainage Expert with over 15 years of expertise in designing, managing, and maintaining drainage systems in airside environments
• The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of airfield drainage design, stormwater management, and regulatory compliance, ensuring the safety, functionality, and sustainability of airside operations
• This role requires technical proficiency, project management skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions for complex airside projects across Pan India
• Leadership: the design and optimization of airfield drainage systems, including surface and subsurface drainage networks
• Research / execution: hydrological and hydraulic modeling to assess stormwater flow and drainage efficiency
• Quality / delivery: compliance with international and local standards, such as ICAO, FAA, and local environmental regulations
• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of airfield drainage projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards
• Coordination: with multidisciplinary teams, including civil engineers, contractors, and environmental specialists
• Management: procurement processes for drainage materials and equipment
• Delivery: expert guidance on drainage system design, installation, and maintenance for airside infrastructure
• Identify and resolve complex technical challenges related to airfield drainage
• Evaluate and implement innovative drainage solutions, such as permeable pavements and sustainable urban drainage systems (SUDS)
• Quality / delivery: drainage systems meet environmental standards to prevent waterlogging, erosion, and contamination
• Preparation: environmental impact assessments and mitigation strategies for airside drainage projects
• Monitoring: and report on drainage performance and compliance with regulatory requirements

Essential requirements and candidate background

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 15 years of experience in airfield drainage systems, with a focus on airside infrastructure
• Expertise in hydrological and hydraulic modeling software (e.g., HEC-RAS, SWMM, Civil 3D)
• Proficiency: AutoCAD, GIS tools, and other relevant design software
• Understanding: stormwater management, erosion control, and flood mitigation techniques
• Leadership and team management capabilities
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Preferred experience and additional strengths

• Demonstrated experience in large-scale airside projects, including airports and military airbases
• Knowledge: sustainable drainage solutions and green infrastructure practices
• Familiarity: global airside drainage standards and best practices
• 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

Location, schedule and contract conditions

• Work arrangement: On-site
• Advertised location: Gurugram, HR, India

Employer details to confirm

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Pay and application dates

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How to apply to AECOM

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Relevant skills

• AutoCAD
• maintenance
• compliance
• training
• project management
• procurement
• sustainability
• stakeholder management
• hydrology
• CAD
• civil engineering