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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 has a position available for an  Environmental Scientist  to join our Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) & Air team located in Germantown, MD. The Environmental Scientist will work under supervision of a project manager or senior level team member on a variety of EHS projects, including but not limited to environmental compliance plans, environmental permitting, environmental site assessments, and subsurface investigations.

The successful candidate will conduct field work and prepare the associated reports for a wide variety of compliance projects. The position will require that the candidate be available to perform work in both the field and office and be able to travel out-of-town for durations up to one week at a time, as needed.

This position requires excellent written and spoken communication skills, organizational and time management skills, flexibility to work on a multitude of diverse projects, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn new skills. The successful candidate will have the ability to communicate effectively with members of the project team, clients, site personnel and office management, and have the ability to work both independently and as a part of a project team.

Responsibilities and skillsets for this role include, but may not be limited to, the following:

• Familiarity with environmental regulatory programs and compliance including:
  • Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
  • Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA)
  • National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)
  • Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC)
• Conduct technical work for regulatory compliance and environmental due diligence projects including completion of Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments; conducting compliance inspections and regulatory reporting for permit compliance on behalf of clients; and reading, understanding, and communicating regulatory requirements to clients.
• Effectively communicate with all levels of a project team and attend client meetings, as requested.
• Perform standard scientific work requiring application of techniques and procedures.
• Detect problems when using standardized procedures because of the condition of sample, difficulties with the equipment, etc. 
• Propose appropriate analytical methods and techniques. Assist in providing advice and consulting services within scope of scientific knowledge. 
• Draw conclusions and makes recommendations based on analysis. 
• Interpret and records data, conduct analyses, compare findings to relevant studies and local, state and federal regulations to ensure compliance.

Qualifications

Minimum

Qualifications

• BA/BS +2 years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Valid Driver’s License and as a condition of employment must be able to pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records review
• Environmental compliance experience
• Due to the nature of work, US Citizenship is required

Preferred

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Environmental Science or related field and 4+ years of recent environmental due diligence, EHS, and subsurface investigation related experience
• Client facing experience
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent technical writing and organizational skills
• Good working knowledge of word-processing and integrated software applications, including MS Word, and Excel.
• Ability to perform detail-oriented work.
• Willingness/ability to be in the field and travel

Additional Information

• Sponsorship is not available for this role
• This is a hybrid position and will be required to follow AECOM's hybrid work policy.
• Relocation support 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, flexible work options ,  well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com. 

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. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

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