Compliance Specialist

AECOM; Fresno (CA); Remote; USD 50,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is looking for a Compliance Specialist in Fresno, CA. This role focuses on ensuring environmental commitments align with regulatory requirements for a major infrastructure project. Candidates should have a BA/BS in environmental planning and experience in compliance tracking. Remote work options are available, aligning with Pacific Time.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off and leaves of absence

Retirement savings plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Flexible work options

Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant experience or equivalent education.
• Familiarity with state and federal environmental laws.
• Experience in large environmental compliance programs.

Responsibilities

• Manage compliance information in EMMA database.
• Prepare compliance reports and support construction documentation.
• Troubleshoot data quality issues and assist in document control.

Skills

Environmental compliance tracking

Database management

Documentation

Quality control

Education

BA/BS in environmental planning

Tools

EMMA database

SharePoint

Job description

**Company Description**

**Work with Us. Change the World.**

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

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.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

**Job Description**

**AECOM** is seeking a **Compliance Specialist** to work **in Fresno, CA** . This position is also open to remote work; however, the client is in California and it is expected that this individual's working hours align with Pacific Time. This role offers a career-defining opportunity to support construction compliance efforts on the largest infrastructure project in the nation that is redefining transportation in the state of California.

**SUMMARY:**

The compliance specialist plays a key role in ensuring environmental commitments are accurately tracked, reported, and aligned with regulatory requirements. Responsibilities include managing mitigation compliance information in a proprietary database, preparing compliance reports, assisting with construction-phase documentation, and coordinating with construction contractors and permitting staff.

**JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:**

+ Code environmental commitments from environmental and permit approval documents into the EMMA database

+ Prepare reports in EMMA

+ Support the environmental compliance manager using EMMA for construction compliance demonstration

+ Assist with construction-phase compliance reporting

+ Troubleshoot, document, and resolve data quality issues related to data storage in the EMMA database

+ Complete quality control and auditing efforts to track environmental compliance

+ Assist with document control in SharePoint and other applications

**Qualifications**

**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:**

+ BA/BS in environmental planning, biology, or related field and 2 years of relevant experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:**

+ Experience in construction compliance tracking, documentation, and reporting

+ Experience with design-build contracting and construction processes

+ Experience with database management applications

+ Familiarity with state and federal environmental laws and regulations (e.g., National Environmental Policy Act [NEPA], California Environmental Quality Act [CEQA], Sections 401 and 404 of the Clean Water Act, Section 7 of the federal Endangered Species Act, Section 2081 of the California Endangered Species Act, and Section 1600 of the California Fish and Game Code)

+ Experience working on large, complex environmental compliance programs

**Additional Information**

+ Travel may be required.

+ Sponsorship is provided.

Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $50,382.57 - $88,169.50.

**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.

**ReqID:** J10130618

**Business Line:** Environment

**Business Group:** DCS

**Strategic Business Unit:** West

**Career Area:** Planning

**Work Location Model:** Remote

**Legal Entity:** AECOM Technical Services Inc