Job Description

AECOM is seeking an Environmental Scientist II to join our team in Hunt Valley, Maryland. Seeking an early to mid-career ecologist with skills in wetland and waterway assessment and permitting, ecological assessments, forest evaluations and agency coordination. Must be willing to travel throughout the Mid-Atlantic region with some overnight stays possible. This position is expected to begin in June 2025.

The responsibilities of this role include, but may not be limited to, the following:

• Natural resource assessments, planning, regulatory compliance and permitting on projects in Maryland and across the Mid-Atlantic Area.
• Specific tasks may include field investigations, preparing assessment reports, and coordinating in the field with resource and regulatory agencies and clients.
• Support routine as well as high profile, complex infrastructure projects by conducting wetland and waterway delineations, associated permitting through Maryland regulatory agencies, and other required natural resource approvals
• Participate in natural resources fieldwork
• Prepare written and graphic reports
• Write well, distilled supporting information in the scientific literature, communicate technical issues to a wide range of readers.
• Prepare basic data and scientific documents
• Demonstrate personal role in supporting the marketing of company services by delivering high-quality, accurate work products to external and internal clients.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor´s degree in Environmental Sciences, Natural Resources, or related field plus 2 years of demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• 2 years of direct applicable experience in wetlands delineations, stream, and forest assessments, permitting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using software applications such as the Microsoft Office Suite and ArcGIS helpful.
• Experience in performing wetland and stream assessments, biological and forest assessments, and field surveys in the mid- Atlantic region.

Additional Information

• Must be willing to travel throughout the Mid-Atlantic region with some overnight stays possible.
• This position includes field work where the person may be working in inclement weather conditions, walking long distances in wet and/or uneven terrain and carry equipment that may weigh up to 20 lbs
• This position requires a hybrid work schedule which includes in office and field work
• The selected candidate must be available to work in the Hunt Valley, MD office on a scheduled basis.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future 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, flexible work options , well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

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.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.