Job Description

AECOM has an exciting opportunity for a Geologist to join our Remediation team in our St. Louis, Missouri office. You will work with a team of technical leaders across a broad range of practice areas delivering remediation consulting services to our key clients.

This position also requires excellent written and spoken communication skills, organizational and time management skills, flexibility to work on a multitude of projects, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn new skills. The successful candidate will have the ability to communicate effectively with members of the project team and be able to work independently.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Field activities consisting of air, soil vapor, soil, groundwater and sediment sample collection, geological logging and interpretation.
• Task management and lead teams for field activities consisting of air, soil vapor, soil, groundwater and sediment sample collection, geological logging and interpretation.
• Assist with gathering and analyzing geological and hydrogeological data in both the field and office settings.
• Basic understanding of environmental regulations such as ASTM-1527-13, AAI, RCRA, BUSTR, TSCA and SARA
• Manage drilling programs and experience
• Assist in preparation of written reports, work plans, and technical memorandums and analysis of data and development of supported conclusions.
• Assist in preparation and implementation of work plans, cost estimates, data compilation/analysis, and report preparation (text, tables, figures, and calculations).
• Perform independent hands-on fieldwork, oversee contractors (laboratory, drillers, surveyors), and other field personnel, and interact with clients/client representatives.
• Utilize basic scientific principles, theories, practices and existing technologies to develop solutions for technical problems with limited scope.
• Interpret and record data, conduct analyses, compare findings to relevant studies and local, state and federal regulations to ensure compliance.
• Health and safety planning and hazard recognition.
• Work under supervision of a project manager or senior-level team member.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• B.S. in the geological, hydrogeological, or environmental sciences, or engineering or any related field and 2 plus years of experience in environmental remediation industry (private or public) or demonstrated equivalency of experience and education.
• Valid driver's license.
• The successful candidate will pass a pre-employment drug screen, may be subject to continued random drug screens at the clients request.
• Medical Surveillance
• US citizenship is required for this role.

Preferred Qualifications

• 4 years of experience environmental remediation industry (private or public).
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, comfortable meeting with clients, colleagues and sub-contractors alike.
• Flexible with working hours and locations, frequent travel within 1 – 2 hour drive of St. Louis office, and occasionally further.
• Willingness and ability to learn and rapidly master new tasks.
• Strong research and report writing (including web-based research).
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Strong quality and time management.
• Self-starter, develops and delivers work under own initiative.
• Solid attention to detail and thorough approach to work.

Additional Information

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 2024. 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.