Environmental Geologist — Hybrid Field & Remediation

AECOM; Providence (RI); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Geologist to support Environmental projects, primarily on Federal initiatives. Responsibilities include field sampling, data collection, and oversight of subcontractors, with travel across the US.

The candidate should have a Geology or related degree and 4+ years of experience, with HAZWOPER training and strong report-writing skills. This is a hybrid role based in Providence, RI.

Qualifications

• HAZWOPER training is required or preferred.
• Experience with field sampling and data collection processes.
• Strong technical writing and report preparation skills.
• Ability to communicate with regulatory officials and clients clearly.

Responsibilities

• Develop solutions for technical problems using basic scientific principles.
• Collect soil, soil vapor, groundwater samples with field equipment.
• Explain observations using chemistry, physics, biology, hydrology and math.
• Oversee subcontractors and laboratories involved in sampling.
• Study contaminants and remediation strategies.
• Prepare data and scientific documents.
• Demonstrate technical report writing capabilities.
• Perform unsupervised field tasks and direct staff.
• Coordinate with project managers and field staff on sampling and documentation.
• Provide technical expertise support to environmental investigations.
• Learn hazard recognition and environmental investigation concepts.
• Travel to various US job sites.
• Work on diverse projects with a focus on safety.

Skills

HAZWOPER training

Field sampling techniques

Technical writing

Regulatory communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geology or related

4 years of relevant experience or equivalency

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Geologist to support Environmental projects, primarily on Federal initiatives. Responsibilities include field sampling, data collection, and oversight of subcontractors, with travel across the US.

The candidate should have a Geology or related degree and 4+ years of experience, with HAZWOPER training and strong report-writing skills. This is a hybrid role based in Providence, RI.