Ecologist - AECOM

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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.

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AECOM is actively seeking a talented Ecologist for immediate employment in the Conshohocken, PA office.  

The successful candidate will work in an interdisciplinary, team-oriented environment.  This position provides unlimited career growth potential while working with a team comprised of a variety of staff and project managers in support of AECOM’s clients.

There are opportunities to work on large-scale projects or projects further afield than the typical project range if the candidate is interested. 

Responsibilities

• Leads field events for the collection of abiotic and biotic samples.
• Operates, maintains, and trailers boats (14' - 20').
• Compiles, evaluates, and analyzes environmental data.
• Preparation of reports and other technical documents.
• Utilizes basic scientific principles, theories, practices, and existing technologies to develop solutions for technical problems with limited scope.
• Participate in aspects of proposal preparation and scoping exercises, such as sourcing and seeking quotes from subcontractors/suppliers.
• Interprets and records data, conducts analyses, compares findings to relevant studies and local, state, and federal regulations to ensure compliance.
• Works under general supervision.
• Performs standard scientific work requiring the application of techniques and procedures.
• Conducts specific phases of projects for more experienced scientists.
• Assists senior staff with business development activities, including proposals, pre-qualifications, and relationship building with clients and prospective clients.

Minimum Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Biology, or related field (e.g., environmental science, ecology) along with a minimum of 2+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Valid U.S. Driver's license is required.
• U.S. Citizenship is required
• This role is subject to MVR, Drug/Alcohol and Medical Surveillance checks
• Must be willing to travel for up to a week at a time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of environmental data collection, investigation, and interpretation
• Highly effective verbal and written communication skills; proficient in technical writing; highly effective organization and multi-tasking skills.
• Experience managing tasks and managing field teams.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical, judgment and problem-solving capabilities.
• High degree of self-motivation and the ability to work independently with limited supervision, as well as in a collaborative team environment.
• Must be willing to travel for up to a week at a time.
• Position requires field work, which involves work in rugged terrain and inclement weather conditions.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• 40 Hour OSHA HAZWOPER training certificate
• Boating experience 
• Working knowledge of statistical software (e.g., R, ProUCL, etc.)

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About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program 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 absence, voluntary benefits, perks, U.S. and global well-being programs, 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 culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – 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 and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. 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.