Geologist III

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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.

With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. 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.

Located in our Raleigh, NC office, the Geologist III will support the Remediation team within our Environment business line. This position will begin immediately.

• 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 soil/groundwater/vapor sampling, soil boring/monitoring well installations, and operation of remedial systems.
• Record and manage data in EQuIS (or similar) database.
• Proficient use of GIS and CAD to generate geologic cross‑sections, potentiometric maps, or other figures.
• Work independently or with minimal direction to prepare draft technical documents.
• Project and task management, client interaction, proposal writing, and cost estimating under the supervision of senior project management staff.

• BA/BS in Geology, Environmental Science or related field + 4 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License and must pass AECOM’s Motor Vehicle Records Review.
• Must pass a drug screening.
• Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds and safely drive a full‑size pickup truck.
• Ability to travel up to 50% as needed.

• Master’s Degree in Geology, Environmental Science or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in environmental consulting with focus in site assessment and/or remediation.
• Experience performing and leading site investigations that included soil/groundwater/vapor sampling, soil boring/monitoring well installations with various drilling techniques, analytical data interpretation and reporting.
• Experience working in NCDEQ Programs, specifically the Dry‑Cleaning Solvent Cleanup Act (DSCA Program), Underground Storage Tank (UST) Section Trust Fund, Brownfields, and/or Registered Environmental Consultant (REC) Program.
• 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., NCDEQ, SCDHEC) and federal environmental regulations.

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

The offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $70,000–$90,000 per year.

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.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings. Our teams partner with public‑ and private‑sector clients to create innovative, sustainable, and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management.

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.

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