Geologist - Environmental Remediation - 2+ years experience

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AECOM is actively seeking a highly motivated Geologist/Environmental Scientist for employment in the Germantown, MD office. This position would support the Environmental business line, primarily working on Federal projects.

Under the supervision of a Project Manager, the successful candidate will:

• Use scientific principles, theories, practices and existing technologies to develop solutions for technical problems within a defined scope.

• Plan, execute, analyze and report on environmental investigations in natural systems.

• Apply standard field practices and techniques using basic field equipment to collect samples of soil, soil vapor, groundwater, surface water, and sediment; prepare samples for shipping; maintain daily logs; and complete chain-of-custody or similar paperwork.

• After training, perform unsupervised field tasks.

• Direct staff in the execution of tasks.

• Coordinate with task and project managers, working with on-site subcontractors and field staff, and supporting sampling, data collection, and field documentation.

• Prepare technical science-based work plans, data summaries, and reports.

• Interpret and record data, conduct analyses, compare findings to relevant studies and local, state and federal regulations to ensure compliance.

• Apply knowledge of natural sciences (chemistry, physics, biology, hydrology, and mathematics) to explain observations.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Environmental Science, or related field and 2 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

• Valid U.S. Driver’s License

• Due to the nature of the work, US citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Remedial/Site investigation, remediation planning, or design experience.

• Excellent written and spoken communication skills (including polished client presentation skills), organization, time management, and an individual who thrives in a team-oriented environment.

• Experience using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and preparing technical reports.

• Preparing for professional registration, such as Professional Geologist.

• Field experience overseeing industry-standard drilling and monitoring well installation methods. Experience logging soils using the USCS and rock logging.

• Experience with CERCLA RI/FS, RCRA, and RD/RA projects with commercial or DoD clients.

• Experience with digital tools for field data collection.

• Experience performing environmental investigations at DoD facilities.

• Cost estimating and basic fate and transport modeling.

• Certificates – OSHA 40hr HAZWOPER Training and current refresher; first-aid/CPR.

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. 

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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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