Scientist/Geoscientist
About The Position
AECOM is hiring a Scientist/Geoscientist III for its Environmental Planning and Permitting team in Anchorage, Alaska. This hybrid position primarily supports National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and permitting projects for federal and private-sector clients, including projects involving mining, power producers, and federal land management agencies. The role leads project teams in preparing environmental analyses and permitting documents, with work focused on resource management and energy infrastructure. The position may follow a project management or technical support track. The successful candidate will work with senior project managers and/or technical staff to learn AECOM’s project management procedures and technical expectations. AECOM offers project-management training and certification and pathways for technical advancement. Occasional fieldwork and travel within the United States may be required. Relocation is not available. Newly hired employees must attend in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or a related discipline.
- At least 4 years of relevant experience, or demonstrated equivalent experience and/or education.
- Ability to travel for fieldwork and/or meetings, including occasional travel within the United States.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records check in accordance with company policy.
- U.S. citizenship, due to the nature of the work.
- Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds and safely drive a full-size pickup truck.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in environmental science, Geology, or a related discipline.
- 6 or more years of relevant experience.
- Experience assessing baseline conditions and impacts for mining and other natural resource development projects.
- Professional written and verbal communication with clients, regulatory officials, and colleagues.
- Ability to convey complex thoughts and ideas clearly and concisely in writing.
- Ability to learn through on-the-job experience.
- Experience developing conceptual site models.
- Proficiency with standard Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience with MS Project.
- Database, GIS, CAD, Adobe Illustrator, or visualization software skills.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to federal and state environmental documents and permitting activities for mining and other projects.
- Assess proposed mining projects for impacts on water, geology, soil, and other environmental resources.
- Apply scientific principles, theories, practices, and existing technologies to develop solutions to technical problems with limited scope.
- Conduct occasional field studies to observe and record data, perform analyses, and document existing conditions.
- Apply knowledge of natural sciences, including chemistry, physics, biology, hydrology, and mathematics, to explain observations.
- Prepare technical documents and proposals.
- Study and train on environmental contaminants and remediation.
- Perform tasks without supervision.
- Coordinate with task and project managers, on-site subcontractors, and field staff, supporting sampling, data collection, and field documentation.
- Work with senior project managers and/or technical staff on project management or technical support assignments.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits
- Paid time off and leaves of absence
- Voluntary benefits and perks
- Flexible work options
- Well-being resources and employee assistance program
- Business travel insurance
- Service recognition awards
- Retirement savings plan
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Training and development programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
