Job Description

AECOM is seeking an Entry-Level Geologist to be based in our Glen Allen, VA office. This position will support our Remediation team within our Environment business line.

The Entry-Level Geologist will serve as a team member in the office and the field, assisting project and program management with design and implementation of soil, groundwater, sediment and surface water investigative and remediation programs, data analysis, and report preparation.

This position will also assist in the performance of regulatory compliance inspections, sampling, and reporting associated with the implementation of NPDES permit requirements for commercial/industrial facilities.

This position is expected to begin as soon as possible.

The responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to:

• Soil and groundwater sampling, assessments, data collection and technical document preparation.
• Utilize scientific principles, theories, practices and existing technologies to develop technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems.
• Interpret and record data, conduct analyses, compare findings to relevant studies and local, state, and federal regulations to ensure compliance.
• Perform inspections and tests to ensure compliance.
• Support execution of projects involving soil and groundwater investigation, compliance, and remediation activities in accordance with regulatory programs.
• Assist Project team in project coordination, management of subcontractors, preparation of health and safety plans (HASPs), and efficient execution of project scope of work on time and within budget.
• Provide office support for data management and report preparation.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Geology, Geological Sciences, or related field or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Due to the nature of the work, U.S. Citizenship is required for this role.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices. As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review and a substance abuse test.
• Willingness to travel - Position may require 60-80% field time, depending on project assignments.
• Willingness to work in inclement weather conditions (heat, cold, light rain, etc.)
• Ability and willingness to work in a supervisory role (field work often requires supervision of subcontractors)
• Ability to understand and supervise advancement of soil borings and installation of monitoring wells
• Experience in the collection and evaluation of environmental data in field and office settings
• Experienced in preparation of investigation reports and drawings

Preferred Qualifications

• Great oral and written communication skills
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification
• GIT certification is a plus
• Basic understanding of Environmental Due Diligence concepts
• Basic understanding of RCRA / CERCLA concepts
• Basic understanding of Erosion & Sediment Control and Stormwater Management concepts
• Experience with ESRI ArcGIS is a plus

Additional Information

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

You will have 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 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.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

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