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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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Job Description

AECOM is on the hunt for a rock-star Geologist to join our Miramar Beach, FL office! Get ready to embark on an exciting journey supporting our Environmental business line, primarily working on Department of Defense (DoD) projects. Buckle up for an adventure that includes:

• Tackle technical problems with finesse

• Crafting work plans and reports that read like bestsellers

• Channeling your inner data whisperer to interpret and record date, conduct analysis, compare finds and ensure we're playing by the rules of local, state and federal regulations

• Donning your explorer hat to plan, execute, analyze, and report on environmental measures in natural systems.

• Embracing your inner MacGyver as you wield basic field equipment to collect samples of soil, soil vapor, groundwater, surface water, and sediment.

• Flexing your mental muscles by applying knowledge of natural sciences to explain observations.

• Becoming the environmental Avenger as you study contaminants and devise plans to restore the environment.

• Crafting data and scientific documents that are so engaging, even non-geologists will want to read them!

• Leading unsupervised field tasks like a boss (because who needs supervision when you're this awesome?).

• Directing staff with the charisma of a geological rock star (pun intended).

• Playing data detective to review analytical results and ensure quality and adherence to guidellines

• Coordinating with task and project managers, subcontractors, and field staff, ensuring everyone's in sync for the grand performance of sampling, data collection and field documentation

• Being the go-to guru for all things geology.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, or other related discipline (e.g., geophysics, geochemistry, environmental geology, engineering geology) + 4 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

• Master's degree in geology, hydrogeology or other related discipline (e.g., geophysics, hydrogeology, geochemistry, environmental geology, engineering geology).

• Professional registration or on track to obtain professional registration.

• Ability to travel for fieldwork and/or meetings. This position may require occasional travel within the United States.

• Experience with developing conceptual site models, and preparing remediation strategies

• Proficiency in standard office suite software applications.

• OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER Certification or ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire

• Database, GIS, CAD, visualization software skills are desirable

• Ability to demonstrate professional demeanor in written and verbal communications with clients, regulatory officials, and fellow employees.

• Ability to write and to convey complex thoughts and ideas in a clear, concise manner. Ability to learn through on-the-job experience.

Additional Information

Tolerance for work in outdoor environments in a range of weather conditions and be medically fit for wearing a respirator.

Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $65,000.00 - $90,000.00.

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.

ReqID: J10119226

Business Line: Environment

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: West

Career Area: Science

Work Location Model: Hybrid

Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc