Job Description

AECOM is seeking an Geologist II to support soil and groundwater investigations and remediation projects in accordance with Comprehensive Environmental Response, compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA), the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, various NCDEQ Division of Waste Management Programs and other regulatory programs.

The selected candidate will provide project or task management and supervision of complex field tasks, including site investigations, drilling oversight, soil and groundwater sample collection, and related work. The candidate will also provide office support for data management, report preparation, and maintain the required AECOM-related documentation and forms.

AECOM ’s Remediation, Restoration and Redevelopment Practice delivers innovative and often complex solutions to meet our clients’ objectives. Because we address many different impacted sites – from munitions to PFAS to algae blooms and beyond – every project in our global practice is different.

The job responsibilities for the position will include but are not limited to:

• Performs standard scientific work requiring application of techniques and procedures; including multi-media sampling (groundwater, soil, sediment)
• Detects problems when using standardized procedures because of the condition of sample, difficulties with the equipment, etc.
• Conducts specific phases of projects for more experienced scientists, primarily involving site assessments, remedial investigations, and corrective action
• Proposes appropriate analytical methods and techniques. Assists in providing advice and consulting services within scope of scientific knowledge
• Draws conclusions and makes recommendations based on analysis
• Interprets and records data, conducts analyses, compares findings to relevant studies and local, state and federal regulations to ensure compliance - primarily North Carolina DEQ, Virginia DEQ, South Carolina DES, and US EPA
• Works under general supervision

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• BA/BS in Geology, Environmental Science or related field of study + 2 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Valid US Driver’s License and must be able to pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records review.
• Due to the nature of the work, U.S. Citizenship is required
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds and safely drive a full-size pickup truck.
• Ability to travel up to 25% for fieldwork. Ability to travel out-of-State to complete field work. Position to require overnight travel.
• As a condition of employment, candidates must be able to obtain and maintain medical clearance for driving and wearing a respirator
• As a condition of employment, candidates must pass a drug screening.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters Degree in Geology, Environmental Science or related field of study
• 3+ years of experience in soil and groundwater sampling, monitoring well drilling, vapor intrusion evaluation, and construction management.
• Technical skills including Database, GIS, CAD, visualization software skills are preferred
• OSHA 40-hr Hazardous Waste Operations Training
• Experience in the collection and evaluation of environmental data in field and office settings.
• Strong scheduling, team building, and budget management skills
• PG, PE, or license-track
• Proficient computer skills: Word, Excel, ArcGIS, EQuIS are desirable.
• Experienced with VOCs, metals, and petroleum contamination

Additional Information

• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position
• Relocation 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.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.