Experienced Geologist - Environmental Remediation

AECOM•Germantown, MD

2d•$85,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking an experienced Geologist to provide technical and management support for environmental projects, including remedial investigations and site assessments, primarily in the Federal sector. The role is based in the Washington, D.C. region and works under the direction of project managers and senior technical staff as part of multidisciplinary project teams. The position combines field and office work, with an anticipated 35/65 percent split, and offers potential growth into leadership and management roles. The Geologist will manage tasks within larger projects, prepare technical plans and reports, support proposal writing and cost estimating, coordinate subcontractors, and help prepare permits and access agreements. The role also involves client interaction, site visits, remedial action planning, and leading complex field investigations. Fieldwork may include drilling, borehole logging, well installation, groundwater monitoring, and oversight of AECOM staff and subcontractors. The employee will provide technical direction and safety oversight on investigations and drilling activities. Travel is periodic but not expected to be extensive. In-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office is required for new employees.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Geology or a related science.
At least 4 years of post-graduation relevant environmental consulting experience in remedial investigations and site assessments for Federal, State, or private clients, or demonstrated equivalent experience and/or education.
U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of the work.
Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records check in accordance with company policy.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, lead junior staff, communicate clearly, stay organized, and maintain a commitment to workplace health and safety.
Ability to travel periodically for project assignments and occasional meetings.
Ability to work outdoors performing physically demanding field investigations in varied conditions and locations across the United States.
Current OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER training and refresher certificates.

Nice To Haves

More than 6 years of experience with remedial/site investigations, remediation planning, or design.
Experience on projects involving per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
Experience with CERCLA RI/FS, RCRA, and RD/RA projects for commercial or Department of Defense clients.
Experience performing environmental investigations at DoD facilities.
Excellent written and spoken communication, polished client presentation, organization, and time-management skills, and a preference for team-oriented work.
Experience using Microsoft Office, including Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint, and preparing technical reports.
Field experience overseeing industry-standard drilling and monitoring-well installation methods.
Experience logging soils using the USCS.
Experience as, or qualification to serve as, an SSHO under USACE EM 385-1-1 requirements.

Responsibilities

Manage tasks as part of larger projects.
Write technical planning documents and reports with support from junior staff.
Assist project managers with proposal writing and cost estimating.
Work with procurement staff to hire subcontractors and manage implementation of their services.
Assist with preparing permits and access agreements with public agencies and other stakeholders.
Interact with federal and private clients, develop client relationships through technical work, and attend site visits and planning meetings.
Assist with planning and implementation of remedial actions.
Plan and lead complex field investigation programs involving drilling, borehole logging, well installation, groundwater monitoring, and subsequent remedial activities.
Provide technical direction and safety oversight to multidisciplinary AECOM staff during large field investigations.
Provide technical direction and safety oversight to drilling subcontractors while logging soil and rock cores and directing monitoring well construction.
Oversee AECOM staff and subcontractors during required fieldwork.
Implement safety plans, lead safety kickoff calls and daily tailgate briefings, and oversee subcontractor safety.
Perform field investigations outdoors in physically demanding conditions and locations across the United States.