Environmental Scientist
- Full-time
- State/Province: Western Cape
- Business Group: DCS
- Legal Entity: AECOM SA
- Business Line: Environment
- Work Location Model: Hybrid
- Operating Group: Group Support
- Primary Location: ZA - Cape Town, Carl Cronje Drive, B
Company Description
Work with Us. Change the World.
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.
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Job Description
Responsible for the study of the relationships of the natural world and the relationships between organisms and their environments. Includes monitoring & recording levels of pollutants, compiling reports, and recommending appropriate actions to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Performs standard scientific work requiring application of techniques and procedures.
- Detects problems when using standardized procedures because of the condition of sample, difficulties with the equipment, etc.
- Conducts specific phases of projects for more experienced scientists.
- Proposes appropriate analytical methods and techniques. Assists in providing advice and consulting services within scope of scientific knowledge.
- Draws conclusions and makes recommendations based on analysis.
- Interprets and records data, conducts analyses, compares findings to relevant studies and local, state and federal regulations to ensure compliance.
- Works under general supervision.
- Designs and implements environmental sampling programs for various media (e.g., soil, water, air).
- Utilizes GIS software to create maps and analyze spatial data related to environmental projects.
- Prepares comprehensive environmental impact assessments and mitigation plans.
- Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to develop sustainable solutions for environmental challenges.
- Participates in public meetings and hearings to present findings and address community concerns.
- Maintains accurate and detailed field notes, chain of custody records, and other project documentation.
- Stays current with emerging environmental technologies, regulations, and best practices through continuous professional development.
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, Biology, or related field
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in environmental research or consulting
- Proficiency in environmental sampling techniques and data analysis
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations
- Experience with GIS software and environmental modeling tools
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel for fieldwork
- Familiarity with laboratory procedures and equipment
- Certification as a Professional Environmental Scientist (PES) preferred
Additional Information
About AECOM
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.