Civil Engineering

Civil Engineering

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Job Description

Job Title: Hydrologist (AECOM Aviation)

Location: Gurugram

Experience: 2-3 Years

Role Overview:

 

The Airport Drainage Engineer will be responsible for planning, designing, and reviewing stormwater and surface drainage systems for airside and landside facilities. The role involves ensuring compliance with ICAO, FAA, MoCA, CPHEEO, CWC, IRC and other regulatory requirements while delivering sustainable, resilient, and cost-effective drainage solutions that support safe airport operations.

Key Responsibilities:

 

• Design & Engineering
  • Develop drainage designs for runway, taxiway, apron, landside roads, and ancillary facilities.
  • Prepare hydraulic and hydrological calculations including rainfall-runoff analysis, retention/detention pond sizing, culverts, channels, and pipe networks.
  • Use design software such as SewerGEMS, Civil 3D, HEC-HMS, or similar tools for modeling.
  • Integrate drainage designs with airfield grading plans to ensure compliance with pavement requirements.
• Compliance & Standards
  • Ensure designs adhere to ICAO Annex 14, FAA AC 150/5320-5D, IS Codes, and DGCA guidelines.
  • Conduct flood risk assessments and climate resilience studies for airport projects.

 

• Project Execution & Coordination
  • Support preparation of design drawings, specifications, BOQs, and technical reports.
  • Review and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (pavement, geotechnical, utilities, airside planning).
  • Provide technical input during construction, review shop drawings, and resolve site drainage issues.
• Sustainability & Innovation
  • Implement sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) such as infiltration trenches, bio-swales, rainwater harvesting, and green infrastructure where feasible.
  • Incorporate climate resilience and future rainfall scenarios into design

 

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (master’s in water resources / Hydraulics preferred).
• 2–3 years of proven experience in drainage design, preferably with at least 1+ years in airport or airfield projects.
• Strong knowledge of hydrology, hydraulics, and stormwater management.
• Proficiency in software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, StormCAD, SewerGEMS, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, MIKE URBAN, or similar.
• Familiarity with ICAO, FAA, DGCA, IS standards and other guidelines of MoUD, NBC, CWC, MoCA, etc.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams and manage project deliverables.

Key Deliverables:

• Support Sr. Hydrologist
• Drainage master plans and reports.
• Hydraulic and hydrologic design models.
• Detailed design drawings, BOQs, and specifications.
• Technical support during design reviews and construction phases.

 

 

Qualifications

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (master’s in water resources / Hydraulics preferred).
• 2–3 years of proven experience in drainage design, preferably with at least 1+ years in airport or airfield projects.
• Strong knowledge of hydrology, hydraulics, and stormwater management.
• Proficiency in software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, StormCAD, SewerGEMS, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, MIKE URBAN, or similar.
• Familiarity with ICAO, FAA, DGCA, IS standards and other guidelines of MoUD, NBC, CWC, MoCA, etc.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams and manage project deliverables.

Additional Information

Preferred Attributes:

• Prior experience in large-scale airport or aviation infrastructure projects.
• Exposure to BIM (Building Information Modelling) for civil works.
• Understanding of sustainability practices in drainage and water resource management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

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About AECOM 

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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, you’ll 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 you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

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Experience Level

Senior Level