AECOM: Geologist I

Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc

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. 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.

AECOM is actively seeking to add a Geologist III to our Glen Allen, VA office. Our business focuses primarily on providing professional and technical services in engineering design, code consultation, and construction phase services for a wide variety of clients both in the private and public sectors.

We execute large and complex engineering projects and provide a comprehensive range of professional planning and design, systems engineering and technical assistance, program and construction management, and operations and maintenance services.

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.

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

Participates in planning required to achieve prescribed objectives.

Conducts analysis and investigation work obtained from a variety of sources.

Performs inspections and tests to ensure compliance.

Formulates hypothesis, performs research, and makes recommendation.

BA/BS in Geology or related field + 4 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.

Experience with work or project involving RCRA programs.

Must pass 9-panel drug and alcohol test for project requirements.

Master's Degree in Geology or related field.

5+ years of experience performing and leading site investigations that includes soil/groundwater/vapor sampling, soil boring/monitoring well installations with various drilling techniques (i.e., analytical data interpretation and reporting.

Understanding of remediation consulting completing environmental investigations and site remediation.

Proficiency in GIS and EQuIS software.

Strong background in technical writing (remedial investigation reports, corrective action studies, etc.).

vapor mitigation systems, SVE systems, pump and treat systems, chemical injections, bio-sparge, etc.

Current OSHA 30-Hr Construction Training.

Current OSHA 40-Hr HAZWOPER Training.

Familiarity with State and Federal Environmental Regulations.

Relocation is not available for this position.

To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

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.

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. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Work on groundbreaking projects – both in your local community and on a global scale – that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

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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