AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm that delivers innovative solutions to complex challenges. They are seeking an entry-level Environmental Scientist/Geologist to assist with data management, site investigations, and remediation projects in their Grand Rapids, Michigan office.
Responsibilities
- Conducting environmental field work, including collecting soil, surface water, groundwater, and remediation system data; soil logging; and fluid level gauging
- Oversight of contractors conducting field surveys, drilling, well installation, development operations, and utility clearance for intrusive operations
- Participation in a health and safety team performing inspections, observations, and training
- Field document preparation, field data collection, processing, and interpretation
- Supporting office tasks, including data entry, data analysis, report preparation, and maintenance of a records archive system
- Collect and record data and compare results to relevant studies and state and federal regulations to ensure compliance
- Travel to project locations including driving and overnight stays
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or Geology and/or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
- Valid U.S. Driver's License required to visit project sites, clients, and other AECOM offices
- As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review
- Due to the nature of the work, U.S. Citizenship is required
- Ability to understand and supervise advancement of soil borings and installation of monitoring wells
- Ability to demonstrate a primary technical role in multiple site characterization, subsurface investigation and remediation projects at various client sites
- Understand and assist with site conceptual models
- Collect and evaluate environmental data in field and office settings
- Prepare investigation reports and drawings
- Possesses technical report writing skills
- Independent field work and leadership of field teams
- Contractor oversight
- Selected candidate will be required to complete 40 hour HAZWOPER training or annual refresher class, if needed
- Selected Candidate will also receive First Aid/CPR training and AECOM specific training
- Learn and develop a keen understanding of hazard recognition; and environmental investigation or remediation
- Candidate must be proficient with basic computer programs; MS Word and MS Excel
- Ability to travel up to 80% to various job sites within US
Benefits
- 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
- Employee stock purchase plan
Company Overview
AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets. It was founded in 1990, and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.aecom.com/.