Environment Geologist - 2 years min. experience

About the role

AECOM is actively seeking an experienced geologist for employment in the Washington, D.C. region to provide technical and management support for a variety of environmental projects (i.e., Remedial Investigations and Site Assessments) primarily within the Federal sector.

Responsibilities

• Manage tasks as part of larger projects.
• Aid in planning and leading complex field investigation programs involving drilling, borehole logging, well installation, groundwater monitoring, and subsequent remedial activities.
• Provide technical direction and safety oversight to a team of multi-disciplinary AECOM scientists on large field investigations.
• Provide technical direction and safety oversight of drilling subcontractors while logging soil/rock cores and directing monitoring well construction.
• Apply standard field practices and techniques using basic field equipment to collect samples of soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment; prepare samples for shipping, and complete chain-of-custody or similar paperwork.
• Write technical planning documents and reports with the support of more junior staff.
• Assist project manager with proposal writing and cost estimating.
• Work with procurement staff to hire subcontractors and manage implementation of their services.
• Absorb and assist with preparing permits and access agreements with public agencies and other stakeholders.
• Interact with federal and private clients.
• Develop client relationships through technical work.
• Attend site visits and planning meetings.
• Absorb and assist with planning and implementation of remedial actions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or related science
• 2+ years of post-graduation relevant experience in environmental consulting (i.e., Remedial Investigations and Site Assessments) for Federal, State, or private clients.
• Valid US driver’s license.
• Due to the nature of the work, US citizenship is required.
• Flexible to work on a wide variety of projects, communicate clearly, a positive attitude, and commitment to workplace health and safety are imperative.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Geology or related science, 2+ years of post-graduation relevant experience in environmental consulting, valid US driver’s license, US citizenship required.
• Preferred Qualifications: More than 4 years experience with Remedial/Site investigation, remediation planning, or design, experience working on projects focusing on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

Pay

The offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $70000 to $90000 yearly.

Schedule

Flexibility to work on a wide variety of projects, communicate clearly, a positive attitude, and commitment to workplace health and safety are imperative. For the right candidate, this position holds significant growth potential into leadership and management positions.