Ecological Risk Assessor

Job Title

Ecological Risk Assessor

Remote / Flexible (in‑office or remote)

AECOM is seeking an experienced and motivated full‑time Ecological Risk Assessor to become an integrated member of AECOM’s risk assessment and remediation practices.

• Support a wide range of projects for private and government clients throughout the U.S. (and internationally).
• Perform and review ecological risk assessments in accordance with regulatory guidance and project‑specific work plans.
• Develop Risk Assessment Work Plans and contribute to Sampling and Analysis Plans / Quality Assurance Project Plans.
• Coordinate with internal project teams, including delegating to junior staff.
• Prepare technical deliverables, including writing reports and performing/reviewing risk assessment calculations.
• Contribute to proposals and business development, including developing scopes of work and cost estimates for ecological risk assessment.
• Mentor and develop more junior staff.
• Maintain knowledge of federal and state regulations / guidance documents for conducting risk assessments.
• Maintain work quality, quantity, and efficiency at or above company standards.
• Perform occasional field work as needed.

• BA/BS degree in Ecotoxicology, Ecology, Zoology, Environmental Science/Studies, Chemistry, Toxicology, Biology or other related area AND 6+ years of experience performing ecological risk assessments in an environmental consulting setting, or demonstrated equivalence of education and experience.
• US Citizenship is required.
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records review and background check.

• Master’s or PhD degree in a related field.
• Applied knowledge of USEPA guidance for conducting ecological risk assessment.
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills.
• Experience conducting food web/bioaccumulation assessments.
• Experience performing data analysis and applied statistics.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Experience evaluating PFAS, PCBs, and lead.
• CERCLA experience with Remedial Investigations, Feasibility Studies, and ROD development.
• Site investigation, field sampling, and wildlife assessment experience.
• Experience working on Navy or Department of Defense projects.
• Experience dealing with the Hawaii Department of Health and EPA Region 9.
• Experience working with projects in Hawaii, Guam and other Pacific Islands.
• Preferred work location:
  Hawaii.
• Experience performing wildlife assessments.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $80,000 to $100,000.

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.