**Company Description** **Work with Us. Change the World.** At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. **Job Description** **AECOM is seeking a self-motivated Geologist/Hydrogeologist III in our Grand Rapids, MI office to assist with a variety of projects including data management, site investigations and remediation.** The successful candidate will assist with gathering and analyzing geological, hydrogeological and geochemical data in an office setting. The office activities will involve preparation of investigation reports, management of data, task managing numerous tasks, and supporting project managers with office related tasks. Familiarity with Michigan Part 201 and Part 213 requirements are preferred. Field activities may consist of soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment, air and soil vapor sample collection, geological logging and interpretation, and the oversight of subcontractors including laboratories and excavation and drilling companies. Flexibility to work on a multitude of diverse projects, a positive attitude, willingness to mentor junior staff, and commitment to workplace health and safety are imperative. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: + Fully qualified scientist. Utilizes scientific principles, theories, practices and existing technologies to develop technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems. + Requires general familiarity within a broad field of scientific knowledge of reciprocal effects of the work upon other disciplines/fields. + Familiarity with Michigan Part 201 and Part 213 requirements. + Interprets and records data, conducts analyses, compares findings to relevant studies and local, state, and federal regulations to ensure compliance. + Works under only general direction. Independently determines and develops approach to solutions. + Solves problems by use of combinations of standard procedures, modifications of standard procedures or methods developed in previous assignments. + Participates closely with project managers to plan and task management projects to achieve prescribed objectives for our clients. + Tracks and maintains budgets and schedules in close coordination with the projects manager and our clients. + Participates in field kickoff meetings and coordination of field efforts with AECOM staff and subcontractors. + Participates in developing corrective measures and procedures. Formulates hypothesis, performs research and makes recommendation. **Qualifications** **MINIMUM QUALIFICAITONS** + BA/BS with 4 years of experience in environmental remediation and investigation or demonstrated equivalency of experience and or education + Role is subject to a Background, MVR and Medical Surveillance check + US Citizen/US Permanent Resident **PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS** + Ability to travel up to 30% to various job sites within the US (Primary area of travel is Michigan and nearby states) + Michigan Part 201 and Part 213 knowledge is preferred + Task Management experience in environmental consulting in Michigan is preferred + Ability to demonstrate a primary technical role in multiple site characterization, subsurface investigation and remediation projects at various client sites + Collect and evaluate environmental data in field and office settings + Ability to lead site conceptual modelling work under supervision of Project Manager; + Possess technical report writing skills; prepare and/or lead preparation of investigation reports + Independent field work and leadership of field teams + Conduct and/or supervise field work, including + Driving to project sites + Subcontractor oversight + Utility clearance + Soil and bedrock drilling, characterization, and sampling + Monitoring well (groundwater and soil vapor) installation and test pit excavation + Soil, sediment, soil vapor, sanitary system, surface water, and groundwater sampling + Surface and borehole geophysical techniques + Aquifer testing, including slug tests, packer testing; step-drawdown and tracer tests + Remedial systems performance monitoring + Prepare and/or task manage plans, permits, and reports for hazardous waste, air quality, storm water, and wastewater programs + Perform and/or task manage Phase I and II environmental site assessments + Provide general environmental compliance support to clients, including on-site assistance, as needed + Support Project Managers on multiple projects within scope/budget/schedule expectations and confirm quality standards on project deliverables + Ability to clearly communicate with subcontractors, regulatory agents, and clients during field activities + Support Project Managers to effectively manage projects + 30 hour OSHA Construction Supervisory certificate + First Aid/CPR certificate + Participate and develop a keen understanding of hazard recognition + Participate in project activity planning, and health and safety planning and oversight + Candidate must be proficient with basic computer programs like Microsoft Suite Programs **Additional Information** Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $65,000.00 - $80,000.00. **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, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM. **Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity** You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too. Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. **ReqID:** J10124360 **Business Line:** Environment **Business Group:** DCS **Strategic Business Unit:** West **Career Area:** Science **Work Location Model:** Hybrid **Legal Entity:** AECOM Technical Services Inc