Geologist II

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AECOM is seeking a Geologist II to be based in our Glen Allen, VA or Virginia Beach, VA office. This position is expected to begin immediately and will support our Remediation team within the Environment business line.

The Geologist II 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 also be responsible for overall project administration, establishing project‑specific objectives and policies, and contributing to on‑going efforts that exceed performance expectations.

• 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, including but not limited to soil/groundwater/vapor sampling, soil boring/monitoring well installations with drilling techniques such as DPT, HSA, sonic, air rotary, and mud‑rotary.
• Record and manage data in EQuIS (or a similar database).
• Proficiently use 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.

• BA/BS in Geology, Environmental Science or related field + 2 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License; must pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records Review.
• Must pass a drug screening.
• Remediation experience is required.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.

• Master’s Degree in Geology, Environmental Science or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in environmental consulting with focus on site assessment and/or remediation.
• Experience performing and leading site investigations that included soil/groundwater/vapor sampling and soil boring/monitoring well installations, analytical data interpretation and reporting.
• Experience working on RCRA sites.
• Current OSHA 40‑hr Hazardous Waste Operations Training.
• Proficient with independent task management and tracking toward project management.
• Proficient with technical writing (remedial investigation reports, corrective action studies, etc.).
• Professional Geologist license or in process of obtaining (GIT).
• Current OSHA 30‑Hr Construction Training.
• Proficient experience with ArcGIS and/or CAD.
• Familiarity with state (e.g., VADEQ) and federal environmental regulations.

• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds and safely drive a full‑size pickup truck.
• Ability to travel up to 50% per business needs.
• Sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Relocation is not available for this position.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $60,000 to $75,000 per year.

As a Fortune 500 firm, AECOM offers comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves 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. AECOM’s global infrastructure leadership is committed to delivering a better world with deep technical…