Environmental Specialist

AECOM Hunt; Huntsville (AL); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an Environmental Specialist/Planner in Huntsville, AL to support NEPA documentation, environmental compliance, and permitting under the TEAMS contract with MDA. Hybrid work may be possible with some travel and field involvement.

The role requires a background in environmental sciences, knowledge of relevant laws, and strong writing and analysis skills, with a focus on coordinating with diverse teams across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, biology, geology, or related field + 2 years of experience or equivalent education/experience
• Familiar with federal, state and local environmental laws and regulations
• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass MVR review

Responsibilities

• Provide research and technical writing to support development of NEPA documents.
• Interpret and apply environmental statutes, regulations, and Executive Orders for compliance.
• Support regulatory consultations with resource management agencies.
• Assist with client or stakeholder meeting preparation, facilitation, and documentation.
• Assist with air permit applications and reports for regulatory submittal.
• Participate as a field crew member for baseline environmental surveys and site assessments.

Skills

Environmental policy knowledge

Technical writing

Team collaboration

Self-motivation

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field

Master’s degree or PE preferred

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Company Description

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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.

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Job Description

AECOM is actively seeking an Environmental Specialist/Planner specializing in environmental compliance, National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documentation, and/or permitting for a current contract with the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) in Huntsville, Alabama. AECOM is a subcontractor on the MDA Technical, Engineering, Advisory and Management Support (TEAMS) Environmental Management contract with offices located on Redstone Arsenal, AL. The successful applicant will join the TEAMS group and work with Environmental Scientists and Engineers in a demanding and intellectually stimulating environment. This position may allow for hybrid work with some remote and some office presence required but is subject to change based on U.S. Government requirements.

The emphasis of this position is on environmental compliance, planning, and permitting; and environmental impact assessment and NEPA reporting. Responsibilities will be varied to include such tasks as literature review; desktop research and analysis; regulatory review and analysis; analysis of existing information; report preparation (technical writing and editing, desktop publishing, etc.); stakeholder identification and coordination; and related administrative and project management support.

Applicants for this position must demonstrate general knowledge of the natural and man-made environments subject to evaluation in NEPA studies; specialization in one or more NEPA technical resource areas is a plus; and technical expertise in one or more specific areas of environmental compliance, planning and permitting. This position requires a positive, resilient, self-starter with an ability to quickly learn on the job, adapt to changing circumstances, and effectively interface with internal and external project team participants. Strong reading, writing, and analytical skills are a prerequisite of employment.

The candidate will work as part of multidisciplinary teams that support the preparation of NEPA and other planning studies and reports; preparation of permits; evaluations of compliance; and site assessments. Specific job responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provide research and technical writing to support development of environmental documents.
• Interpret and apply environmental statutes, regulations and Executive Orders for compliance with relevant local, state, and federal laws.
• Support regulatory consultations with resource management agencies.
• Assist with client or stakeholder meeting preparation, facilitation, and documentation.
• Assist with air permit applications and reports for regulatory submittal.
• Participate as a field crew member to assist with baseline environmental surveys, natural resource surveys, or site assessments.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, biology, natural or cultural resources, archaeology, architectural history, geology, chemistry, or an earth science or engineering-related field. + 2 years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and / or education
• Familiar with federal, state and local environmental laws and regulations.
• Due to the nature of work, US Citizenship is required
• Valid Driver’s License and as a condition of employment must be able to pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records review.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years industry experience; Master’s degree or Professional Engineer is preferred.
• Organizational management skills and ability to perform detail-oriented work are required
• Team player that demonstrates professionalism and accountability
• High degree of self-motivation and the ability to work both independently and in a team setting, as well as in a collaborative team environment
• Demonstrated comprehension of NEPA process requirements
• Demonstrated research, writing, verbal, and organization skills.
• Proficiency in word-processing and integrated software applications, including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Specific experience with federal projects and military construction
• Technical proficiency in understanding designs and performing impact analysis calculations for air quality, airspace, noise and transportation.
• Strong experience with environmental compliance and permitting, including ability to work on complex projects, within interdisciplinary teams, and balance a demanding workload, as well as interface with Clients
• Experienced working in a fast-paced consulting environment.
• Excellent and advanced writing skills
• Professional certification(s) (e.g., PE, AICP, CEP, PMP, PG CWB, PWS, etc.).

Additional Information

• Relocation is not available for this position
• Sponsorship is not available for this position
• Candidate must be able to travel and participate in field work and site assessments

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $53500 to $70000.

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 2025. 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.