Environmental Scientist - AECOM

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AECOM is seeking an Environmental Scientist to be based in Orlando, FL.

This position is expected to begin as soon as possible.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Assist the Environmental Planning and Permitting department with the evaluation and documentation of natural resources.
• Conduct field investigations to identify and assess vegetative assemblages, wildlife, and plant species, including the establishment of the extent of wetland jurisdiction regulated by local, state, and/or federal agencies.
• Prepare technical reports, environmental impact assessments, and permit applications for various environmental projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement environmental management plans and mitigation strategies.
• Conduct environmental site assessments and contamination investigations, including soil and water sampling.
• Analyze and interpret environmental data, using statistical and modeling techniques when appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and standards at local, state, and federal levels.
• Participate in public meetings and stakeholder consultations to present findings and address environmental concerns.
• Assist in the development of proposals and cost estimates for environmental projects.
• Stay current with emerging environmental technologies, regulations, and best practices in the field.
• Mentor junior staff and provide technical guidance on environmental matters.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the company's environmental assessment methodologies and processes.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in an Environmental-related field.
• Must have a valid U.S driver’s license and as a condition of employment, must be able to pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records review.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in an Environmental-related field.
• Previous field experience.
• Working knowledge of wetland assessment methods, including the Uniform Mitigation Assessment Method (UMAM), environmental permitting, and protected species survey requirements.
• Familiarity with fauna and flora indigenous to the southeastern United States, including regulations protecting wetlands and protected species.
• Proficiency with Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
• This role will involve travel to project sites around Orlando, FL  and surrounding area. Knowledge and experience navigating Orlando, FL and surrounding area.

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

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.