Job Description

AECOM is seeking an Entry-Level Environmental Scientist to be based in Charlotte, NC.

This position is expected to begin in May 2024.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Work on interesting, fast-paced projects with the opportunity to learn and expand skills.
• Interprets and records data, conducts analyses, and compares findings to relevant studies and local, state, and federal regulations to ensure compliance.
• Builds analytic and design skills.
• Conducts technical writing and/or program analysis under the supervision of an experienced subject matter expert or project manager.
• Learn how to incorporate/embed sustainability initiatives into technical projects.
• Support watershed and water quality assessments and conventional aspects of watershed planning and BMP prioritization.
• Provide technical support in the areas of environmental and stormwater management research, field work, stormwater analysis, and stormwater monitoring.
• Evaluate stormwater programs and project costs.
• Prepare written and graphic reports and make presentations.
• Prepare scientific documents regarding stormwater, water quality, watershed management, and best management practices.

Qualifications

Minimum requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Geoscience, or other related field.
• Due to the nature of work, U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior client/customer relations experience.
• Ability to learn through on-the-job experience.
• Relevant professional work or internship experience.
• OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER Certification.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Proficiency in standard Microsoft Office Suite software applications.
• Strong research and report writing skills.
• Desire to develop expertise in sustainability initiatives.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Exempt Position: Offered rate of compensation (North Carolina locations only) will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The salary range for this position is $49,000 - $65,000.
• AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD &D and disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, wellness and global well-being, and global EAP, Business Travel, and Service Awards programs.

About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.