Junior Environmental Risk Assessor

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Location:

CA - Burnaby, BC - 3292 Production W
Compensation: CAD 57,000 - CAD 75,000 - yearly

Job Description
AECOM is seeking a  junior environmental risk assessor  to join our Canada Remediation team. This entry‑level role supports human health and ecological risk assessment, site investigation, and remediation projects.

The successful candidate will work within a team of risk assessors, scientists and engineers under the supervision of professional scientists, engineers and geologists. The position will involve assisting in all aspects of environmental projects with a focus on risk assessment.

Key Responsibilities

Support environmental risk assessments, including data compilation, analysis, and documentation.

Assist with Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), including field sampling, and reporting.

Compile and review environmental laboratory data (soil, groundwater, vapour, sediment, surface water, etc.), evaluate quality concerns, maintain chain of custody, and compare relative to regulatory standards and screening benchmarks for use in site investigation and risk assessment.

Assist with the preparation of technical reports, tables, figures, and appendices.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

B.Sc. in Toxicology, Biological Sciences, Environmental Science, Ecology, Public Health, or related discipline;
Master's is preferred

2 years of relevant environmental consulting experience (or equivalent post‑graduate experience).

Preferred Qualifications

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Attention to details and commitment to quality.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Familiarity with database/data management principles.

Proficiency in statistical methods and data visualization for environmental data.

Ability to work well in a team environment, take pride and ownership of work deliverables, and take direction from senior staff.

Valid driver’s license and willingness to conduct fieldwork.

Additional Information
AECOM offers comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of its employees. Depending on your employment status, 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.

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. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.

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