AECOM is actively seeking an experienced geologist for employment in the Washington, D.C region to be a task leader for a variety of environmental projects (i.e., Remedial Investigations and Site Assessments) for primarily Federal sector clients with a primary focus on projects involving PFAS or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. PFAS are a set of emerging contaminants for which AECOM and the hiring team have seen significant growth in their business. In this important position, the successful candidate will support Project Managers and senior technical staff as part of a multi-disciplinary project team.Under the supervision of a Project Manager or senior-level team member, the successful candidate will:<ul><li>Task manage portions of a larger project.</li><li>Assist in managing and leading complex field investigation programs involving drilling, borehole logging, well installation, groundwater monitoring, and subsequent remedial activities.</li><li>Provide technical direction and safety oversight to a team of multi-disciplinary AECOM scientists on large field investigations.</li><li>Provide technical direction and safety oversight of drilling subcontractors while logging soil/rock cores and directing monitoring well construction.</li><li>Apply standard field practices and techniques using basic field equipment to collect samples of soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment; prepare samples for shipping, and complete chain-of-custody or similar paperwork.</li><li>Assist with technical report writing tasks with the support of more junior staff.</li><li>Assist with proposal writing and cost estimating.</li><li>Develop subcontractor relationships and manage implementation of their services.</li><li>Assist with preparing permits and access agreements with public agencies and other stakeholders.</li><li>Interact with federal and private clients. Attend site visits and technical planning meetings.</li><li>Assist with planning and implementation of remedial actions.</li><li>Qualified candidates must be comfortable with nationwide travel. Field work will be required, including oversight of AECOM staff and subcontractors. Month(s) long field programs may require extended travel.</li><li>Anticipated division of job-related tasks is about a 65/35 percent split between field and office work.</li></ul>The ideal candidate comes with similar industry experience that has given them the ability to work independently, with discipline, to steer critical tasks towards the overall project objectives. The candidate must be equally able to work in a collaborative team-environment, effectively lead junior staff and foster team building through respect, inclusion, and mentorship. They will display a high level of organization and communication, and demonstrate a strong desire to learn from more senior staff. Flexibility to work on a wide variety of projects, communicate clearly, a positive attitude, and commitment to workplace health and safety are imperative. For the right candidate, this position holds significant growth potential into leadership and management positions.

AECOM is the world&rsquo;s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle &ndash; 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.

Geologist - Environmental Investigation and Remediation

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