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Environmental Scientist - Remediation - 4 years minimum experience

AECOM
full-time
Atlanta, GA
Posted 3/26/2026
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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 actively seeking a highly motivated Environmental Scientist for employment in the Atlanta, GA office. This position would support the Environmental business line, primarily working on Federal/CERCLA/FUDs projects including Superfund and DOD sites.

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

  • Conduct planning, implementation, and evaluation of data for CERCLA remediation investigations and remedial activities including RI, FS, ROD, PP and RDs.

  • Manage or participate in treatability studies and full scale implementation of in situ and ex situ remediation of environmental media.

  • Utilizes basic scientific principles, theories, practices and existing technologies to develop solutions for technical problems with limited scope.

  • Prepares technical work plans and reports.

  • Interprets and records data, conducts analyses, compares findings to relevant studies and local, state and federal regulations to ensure compliance.

  • Plan, execute, analyze and report on environmental measures in natural systems.

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  • Apply standard field practices and techniques using basic field equipment to collect samples of soil, soil vapor, groundwater, surface water, sediment; prepare samples for shipping, and complete chain-of-custody or similar paperwork.

  • Apply knowledge of natural sciences (chemistry, physics, biology, hydrology, and mathematics) to explain observations.

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    • Qualifications

    Minimum Requirements

    • Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Engineering or Environmental Science, AND 4 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

    • Successful candidate will undergo a background check and a motor vehicle records check, where the candidate has a Valid U.S. Driver's License

    • Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • 4 years or more of relevant experience specifically with CERCLA RI/FS/RD processes on Superfund and DOD sites.

    • Knowledge of treatability studies and implementation of in situ and ex situ contaminant remediation technologies.

    • Experience conducting PFAS site assessments.

    • OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER Certification with annual refresher training.

    • Coursework and experience in environmental science, geology, hydrogeology or other related discipline (e.g., geophysics, hydrogeology, geochemistry, environmental geology, engineering geology).

    • Experience leading field sampling events for soil and groundwater site assessments.

    • Experience with developing conceptual site models, and preparing remediation strategies

    • Proficiency in standard office suite software applications.

    • 40 hour HAZWOPER training and/or annual 8 hour refresher class.

    • Ability to demonstrate professional demeanor in written and verbal communications with clients, regulatory officials, and fellow employees.

    • Ability to write and to convey complex thoughts and ideas in a clear, concise manner. Ability to learn through on-the-job experience.

    • Candidate must be able to meet the medical clearance requirements of an OSHA (HAZWOPER) medical surveillance physical examination.

    • Tolerance for work in outdoor environments in a range of weather conditions.

    • Ability to travel as needed for project work.

    Additional Information

    Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $60000 to $85000.

    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, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

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    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.

    ReqID: J10144515

    Business Line: Environment

    Business Group: DCS

    Strategic Business Unit: West

    Career Area: Science

    Work Location Model: Hybrid

    Compensation: USD 60000 - USD 85000 - yearly

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