Geologist - Environmental Remediation at AECOM Miramar , FL

Geologist with 4+ years experience – Environmental Remediation role at AECOM, Miramar Beach, FL.

AECOM is seeking a motivated Geologist for employment in the Miramar Beach, FL office. This position will support the Environmental business line, primarily working on Department of Defense (DoD) projects. It focuses on environmental sampling, data analysis and technical reporting.

• Utilizes basic scientific principles, theories, practices and existing technologies to develop solutions for technical problems with limited scope.
• Prepare technical work plans and reports.
• Interpret and record data, conduct analyses, and compare findings to relevant studies and local, state and federal regulations to ensure compliance.
• Plan, execute, analyze, and report on environmental measures in natural systems.
• Apply standard field practices and techniques using basic field equipment to collect samples of soil, soil vapor, groundwater, surface water, sediment; prepare samples for shipping, and complete chain‑of‑custody or similar paperwork.
• Apply knowledge of natural sciences (chemistry, physics, biology, hydrology, and mathematics) to explain observations.
• Study contaminants and determine how to restore the environment.
• Prepare basic data and scientific documents.
• Perform unsupervised field tasks.
• Direct staff in the execution of tasks.
• Review analytical data for general indicators of quality for routine analyses based on well‑defined guidelines.
• Coordinate with task and project managers, working with on‑site subcontractors and field staff, supporting sampling, data collection, and field documentation.
• Provide technical expertise support.

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, or related discipline (e.g., geophysics, geochemistry, environmental geology, engineering geology) + 4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

• Master’s degree in geology, hydrogeology or related discipline (e.g., geophysics, hydrogeology, geochemistry, environmental geology, engineering geology).
• Professional registration or on track to obtain professional registration.
• Ability to travel for fieldwork and/or meetings; occasional travel within the United States may be required.
• Experience with developing conceptual site models and preparing remediation strategies.
• Proficiency in standard office suite software applications.
• OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER Certification or ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire.
• Database, GIS, CAD, visualization software skills desirable.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with clients, regulatory officials, and staff.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds and safely drive a full‑size pickup truck.
• Tolerance for work in outdoor environments in a range of weather conditions and medical fitness for wearing a respirator.

AECOM offers comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability, paid time off, leave of absence, 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.