Environmental Scientist - Remediation

AECOM • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

AECOM is actively seeking a highly motivated Environmental Scientist for employment in the Atlanta, GA office. This position would support the Environmental business line, primarily working on Federal/CERCLA/FUDs projects including Superfund and DOD sites.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Engineering or Environmental Science, + 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.

Nice To Haves

• 4 years or more of relevant experience specifically with CERCLA RI/FS/RD processes on Superfund and DOD sites.
• Knowledge of treatability studies and implementation of in situ and ex situ contaminant remediation technologies.
• Experience conducting PFAS site assessments.
• OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER Certification with annual refresher training.
• Coursework and experience in environmental science, geology, hydrogeology or other related discipline (e.g., geophysics, hydrogeology, geochemistry, environmental geology, engineering geology).
• Experience leading field sampling events for soil and groundwater site assessments.
• Experience with developing conceptual site models, and preparing remediation strategies.
• Proficiency in standard office suite software applications.
• 40 hour HAZWOPER training and/or annual 8 hour refresher class.
• 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.
• Candidate must be able to meet the medical clearance requirements of an OSHA (HAZWOPER) medical surveillance physical examination.
• Tolerance for work in outdoor environments in a range of weather conditions.
• Ability to travel as needed for project work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct planning, implementation, and evaluation of data for CERCLA remediation investigations and remedial activities including RI, FS, ROD, PP and RDs.
• Manage or participate in treatability studies and full scale implementation of in situ and ex situ remediation of environmental media.
• Utilizes basic scientific principles, theories, practices and existing technologies to develop solutions for technical problems with limited scope.
• Prepares technical work plans and reports.
• Interprets and records data, conducts analyses, compares findings to relevant studies and local, state and federal regulations to ensure compliance.
• Plan, execute, analyze and report on environmental measures in natural systems.
• Apply standard field practices and techniques using basic field equipment to collect samples of soil, soil vapor, groundwater, surface water, sediment; prepare samples for shipping, and complete chain-of-custody or similar paperwork.
• Apply knowledge of natural sciences (chemistry, physics, biology, hydrology, and mathematics) to explain observations.
• Conduct oversight of subcontractors including laboratories and excavation and drilling companies.
• Study contaminants and determine how to restore the environment.
• Review analytical data for general indicators of quality for routine analyses based on well-defined guidelines.
• Coordination with task and project managers, working with on-site subcontractors and field staff, supporting sampling, data collection, and field documentation.
• Flexibility to work on a multitude of diverse projects, a positive attitude, and commitment to workplace health and safety.

Benefits

• 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, employee stock purchase plan.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees