Environmental Scientist 2 years minimum experience

AECOM; Bloomfield (NJ); On-site; USD 58,500 - 71,500; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a motivated Environmental Scientist to join our growing team in New Jersey. You will support environmental investigation, remediation, and compliance projects throughout New Jersey and the surrounding region, combining hands-on fieldwork with office-based technical responsibilities.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and quality as you conduct environmental sampling, oversee subcontractors, evaluate data, prepare technical figures and reports, and collaborate with project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, or related field with 2+ years of experience or equivalent education/experience.
• Valid U.S. Driver's License.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to travel regionally for day trips as project needs require.
• 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification.
• OSHA 30-hour Construction certification.
• Experience with groundwater pump and treat systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide field and office support for environmental site assessment and remediation projects.
• Perform environmental sampling and operate field instrumentation and monitoring equipment.
• Ensure site health and safety during field activities.
• Coordinate field activities with project managers, laboratories, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
• Analyze environmental data and prepare technical reports and data summaries.
• Conduct groundwater monitoring, soil boring, and monitoring well installation.
• Operate, monitor, and maintain remediation systems.
• Maintain field documentation and support the preparation of figures and project deliverables.

Skills

Excellent written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis

Technical writing

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

AutoCAD

GIS

Job description

AECOM is seeking a motivated Environmental Scientist to join our growing team and support environmental investigation, remediation, and compliance projects throughout New Jersey and the surrounding region. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical and communication skills, a commitment to safety and quality, and an understanding of applicable environmental regulations. Working alongside experienced engineers and scientists, you will participate in environmental site assessments, remediation and solid waste projects, and a variety of multidisciplinary assignments. This role combines hands‑on fieldwork with office‑based technical responsibilities, offering excellent opportunities for career development. You will conduct environmental sampling, oversee subcontractors, evaluate environmental data, prepare technical figures and reports, and collaborate with project teams to deliver high‑quality results. The position emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, sound scientific practices, and effective coordination with project managers, subcontractors, and field personnel.

Responsibilities

• Provide field and office support for environmental site assessment and remediation projects.
• Perform environmental sampling activities and develop proficiency in the use of field instrumentation and monitoring equipment.
• Implement site health and safety requirements and promote a strong safety culture during all field activities.
• Support a variety of fast‑paced environmental projects while expanding technical knowledge and professional skills.
• Conduct groundwater monitoring and sampling in accordance with project and regulatory requirements.
• Perform and oversee soil boring activities and monitoring well installation programs.
• Collect, log, classify, and document soil and sediment samples.
• Operate, monitor, and maintain remediation systems.
• Analyze environmental data, prepare technical reports and data summaries, and conduct scientific and web‑based research to support project objectives.
• Conduct soil, soil vapor, and groundwater sampling in a variety of environmental and site conditions.
• Coordinate field activities with project managers, laboratories, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate field documentation and support the preparation of technical figures, tables, and project deliverables.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, or a related field and 2+ years of relevant experience and/or a demonstrated equivalency of education and experience.
• Valid U.S. Driver's License.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• The successful candidate must pass a background check, a client‑administered drug screening, and a medical surveillance program.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to travel regionally for day trips as project needs require.
• Willingness and ability to work outdoors in sometimes challenging conditions. Ability to perform fieldwork in varying weather and terrain, lift/carry field equipment, and travel as project needs dictate.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, colleagues, and subcontractors.
• Flexibility to work extended hours and at varying project locations, including frequent travel within a 1–3‑hour drive of the home office and occasional travel beyond that range.
• Strong field documentation, data analysis, and technical writing skills; proficiency with Microsoft Excel/Word/PowerPoint.
• Willingness and ability to learn and rapidly master new tasks.
• Strong quality and time management.
• Self‑starter with the ability to work independently and deliver high‑quality work with minimal supervision.
• Solid attention to detail and thorough approach to work.
• 40‑hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification.
• Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and GIS applications.
• OSHA 30‑hour Construction (current) and other relevant safety certifications.
• Exposure to client communications, schedule/budget tracking, or small task coordination; ability to provide on‑the‑job guidance to junior field staff.
• Direct experience working with groundwater pump and treat systems.

Compensation

Compensation: $65,000-$65,000 per year

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