Hybrid Environment Geologist – Field & Office Focus

AECO; Arlington (VA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an experienced geologist for environmental projects in the Washington, D.C. region to provide technical and management support for Remedial Investigations and Site Assessments, primarily for Federal work.

You will join a multi-disciplinary team under Project Managers to execute field programs and deliver high-quality reports. The role requires a Geology degree and 2+ years in environmental consulting, with field oversight and strong safety leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology or related science.
• 2+ years of post-graduation relevant experience in environmental consulting (i.e., Remedial Investigations and Site Assessments) for Federal, State, or private clients or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• A valid driver's license is required, along with the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check in accordance with company policy
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Due to the nature of the work, US citizenship is required. Sponsorship will not be available.
• Qualified candidates must be comfortable with nationwide travel. Field work will be required, including oversight of AECOM staff and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Manage tasks as part of larger projects.
• Assist in planning and leading complex field investigation programs involving drilling, borehole logging, well installation, groundwater monitoring, and subsequent remedial activities.
• Provide technical direction and safety oversight to a team of multi-disciplinary AECOM scientists on large field investigations.
• Provide technical direction and safety oversight of drilling subcontractors while logging soil/rock cores and directing monitoring well construction.
• Apply standard field practices and techniques using basic field equipment to collect samples of soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment; prepare samples for shipping, and complete chain-of-custody or similar paperwork.
• Write technical planning documents and reports with the support of more junior staff.
• Assist project manager with proposal writing and cost estimating.
• Work with procurement staff to hire subcontractors and manage implementation of their services.
• Assist with preparing permits and access agreements with public agencies and other stakeholders.
• Interact with federal and private clients. Develop client relationships through technical work. Attend site visits and planning meetings.
• Assist with planning and implementation of remedial actions.

Skills

Field investigations

Report writing

Safety oversight

Project coordination

Client interaction

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Geology or related science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

AECOM is seeking an experienced geologist for environmental projects in the Washington, D.C. region to provide technical and management support for Remedial Investigations and Site Assessments, primarily for Federal work.

You will join a multi-disciplinary team under Project Managers to execute field programs and deliver high-quality reports. The role requires a Geology degree and 2+ years in environmental consulting, with field oversight and strong safety leadership.