Environmental Scientist

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AECOM is actively seeking an Intermediate Engineer / Environmental Scientist to join our growing Western Canada environmental team.

The right candidate can work locally from our Calgary, AB office; plus AECOM can provide hybrid work options to give the flexibility you need to do your best work. This is a Full-time position.

The role at AECOM will be a combination of project management and technical work delivery, though the work can/may vary based on the applicant’s experience and career aspirations.

This position is ideally suited to an intermediate environmental engineer or scientist with aspirations to develop their project management strengths. This position will primarily shadow acting project managers as a deputy project manager on large ($100k - $2M project budget) multidisciplinary environmental projects in environmental site investigation, remediation; and reclamation.

Additionally, there are opportunities for candidates who would like to continue to build their technical background to have access to training and career opportunities if of interest.

Technical responsibilities may include:

• Development of technical solutions, working as the primary point of contact or field staff during the execution of assessment, remedial excavation, and reclamation projects.
• Preparation, coordination, and participation in field programs to collect and analyze outstanding data gaps for design advancement (both office and field duties, though this position is intended to primarily be an office-based role with field visits one to two times per week).
• Preparation of documentation for projects: technical letters, memorandums, and reports.
• Preparing project-specific contract documents, construction packages, and cost estimates.
• Performing construction supervision, administration, and monitoring, including contract close-out and reporting (both office and field duties).
• Mentorship and development of junior staff.

Project management responsibilities may include:

• Technical and quality coordination
• Proposal and scope change preparation
• Scope and budget tracking
• Collaborating and coordinating work with peers from the environment business, peers from other engineering disciplines, clients, contractors, and sub-consultants.
• Strong emphasis on safety

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant technical discipline, including but not limited to geology, hydrogeology, environmental science, or environmental engineering.
• 2+ years of experience as an environmental consultant, industry representative, or regulator versed in contaminated site investigation, remediation, and waste management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience in field activities (Phase I site visits, drilling, groundwater sampling, vapour sampling, etc.)
• Experience developing and preparing Phase I and Phase II reports for submittal and acceptance for technical clients and regulators.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with clients and project team.
• Ability to prepare graphics and reports that present complex technical matter in a clear and concise manner
• Computer proficient in MS Office, and a variety of statistical programs helpful.
• Strong team worker, flexible
• Physically capable of completing field work in urban and rural settings.
• Attention to detail and a thorough approach to work
• Ability to multitask
• Strong communication skills at all levels
• Organized and able to work within a team of technical experts
• Team player
• Valid driver’s license

• Relocation is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship for Canadian employment authorization is not available for this position.

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About AECOM

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 culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – 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 and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. 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.

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