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Job DescriptionAECOM is seeking a Geologist II to be based in our Glen Allen, VA OR Virginia Beach, VA office. This position will support our Remediation team within our Environment business line. This position is expected to begin immediately.
The Geologist III will serve as a team member in the office and the field, assisting project and program management with design and implementation of soil, groundwater, sediment, soil gas, and surface water investigative and remediation programs, data analysis, and report preparation.
The role will be responsible for the overall management administration to project and assists in establishing project-specific objectives and policies. The department is involved in many on-going efforts and continue to utilize top talent to exceed performance expectations.
The job responsibilities for this position will include but are not limited to:
Collaborate with team members and project managers to meet client needs on schedule and within budget.Utilize various techniques to generate data from remedial or investigative field work. Field work includes but is not limited soil/groundwater/vapor sampling, soil boring/monitoring well installations with various drilling techniques (i.e., DPT, HSA, sonic, air rotary, mud-rotary, etc.), operations and maintenance of remedial systems, etc.Record and manage data in EQuIS (or similar) databaseProficient use of GIS, CAD, or similar to generate geologic cross-sections, potentiometric maps, or other figures.Work independently or with minimal direction to prepare draft technical documents.Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
BA/BS in Geology, Environmental Science or related field + 2 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or educationValid U.S Driver's License and as a condition of employment, must pass AECOM's Motor Vehicle Records ReviewAs a condition of employment, candidates must pass a drug screeningRemediation experience is requiredDue to the nature of work, US Citizenship is requiredPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's Degree in Geology, Environmental Science or related field3+ years of experience in environmental consulting with focus in site assessment and/or remediationExperience performing and leading site investigations that included soil/groundwater/vapor sampling, soil boring/monitoring well installations with various drilling techniques (i.e., DPT, HSA, sonic, air rotary, mud-rotary, etc.), analytical data interpretation and reportingExperience working on RCRA (Resource Conservation and Recovery Act) sitesCurrent OSHA 40-hr Hazardous Waste Operations TrainingProficient with independent task management and tracking towards project managementProficient with technical writing (remedial investigation reports, corrective action studies, etc.)Professional Geologist license or in process of obtaining (GIT)Current OSHA 30-Hr Construction TrainingProficient experience with ArcGIS and/or CADFamiliarity with State (i.e., VADEQ) and Federal Environmental RegulationsAdditional InformationAbility to lift and carry 50 pounds and safely drive a full-size pickup truck.Ability to travel up to 50% per business needsSponsorship is not available for this position.Relocation is not available for this position.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.
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