Compliance Specialist

AECOM; Sacramento (CA); Remote; USD 72,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading infrastructure consulting firm as a Compliance Specialist, where you will support environmental compliance efforts. This role involves coding environmental commitments, preparing reports, and interacting with regulatory agencies to ensure adherence to environmental regulations. Work remotely while contributing to impactful projects that enhance communities and the environment. With a focus on growth and innovation, this position offers the opportunity to work on complex compliance programs and engage with a global team dedicated to delivering a better world.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Options

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Savings Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• 4 years of relevant experience or equivalent education.
• Familiarity with NEPA and CEQA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Code environmental commitments into the EMMA database.
• Prepare compliance reports and assist with document control.

Skills

Environmental Compliance

Data Analysis

Report Preparation

Regulatory Knowledge

Construction Compliance Tracking

Education

Bachelor's Degree

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 **remotely** . However, the client is located in Sacramento, CA and thus it's expected that this individual's working hours be on Pacific Timezone.

**SUMMARY:**

This role will support environmental compliance by entering data, analyzing commitments, and preparing reports within the EMMA database to ensure documentation and implementation of regulatory requirements during construction activities.

**JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:**

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

+ Prepare reports in EMMA to identify gaps and document mitigation compliance

+ Support the environmental compliance manager to use EMMA for construction compliance demonstration

+ Interact with regulatory agency staff to answer routine construction compliance questions

+ Assist with document control in SharePoint and other applications

+ Assist with construction-phase compliance reporting

**Qualifications**

**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:**

+ BA/BS + 4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:**

+ Familiarity with National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and permits and approvals under 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, among others

+ Experience in construction compliance tracking, documentation, and reporting

+ Biology or conservation background

+ Experience with design-build contracting and construction processes

+ 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 $72,330.00 - $133,801.00.

**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:** J10128543

**Business Line:** Environment

**Business Group:** DCS

**Strategic Business Unit:** West

**Career Area:** Planning

**Work Location Model:** Hybrid

**Legal Entity:** AECOM Technical Services Inc