Environmental Scientist II

AECOM is seeking an Environmental Scientist II in Germantown, MD, to assist with Environmental Health and Safety projects. Responsibilities include conducting fieldwork, preparing reports, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Candidates should have a BA/BS and 2 years of experience, with a focus on environmental compliance. The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Travel may be required.
AECOM has a position available for an Environmental Scientist to join our Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) & Air team located in Germantown MD. The Environmental Scientist will work under supervision of a project manager or senior level team member on a variety of EHS projects including but not limited to: environmental compliance plans environmental permitting environmental site assessments and subsurface investigations.

The successful candidate will conduct field work and prepare the associated reports for a wide variety of compliance projects. The position will require that the candidate be available to perform work in both the field and office and be able to travel outoftown for durations up to one week at a time as needed.

This position requires excellent written and spoken communication skills organizational and time management skills flexibility to work on a multitude of diverse projects a positive attitude and a willingness to learn new skills. The successful candidate will have the ability to communicate effectively with members of the project team clients site personnel and office management and have the ability to work both independently and as a part of a project team.

Responsibilities and skillsets for this role include but may not be limited to the following:
• Familiarity with environmental regulatory programs and compliance including:
• Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)
• Emergency Planning and Community RighttoKnow Act (EPCRA)
• National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)
• Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC)
• Conduct technical work for regulatory compliance and environmental due diligence projects including completion of Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments; conducting compliance inspections and regulatory reporting for permit compliance on behalf of clients; and reading understanding and communicating regulatory requirements to clients.
• Effectively communicate with all levels of a project team and attend client meetings as requested.
• Perform standard scientific work requiring application of techniques and procedures.
• Detect problems when using standardized procedures because of the condition of sample difficulties with the equipment etc.
• Propose appropriate analytical methods and techniques. Assist in providing advice and consulting services within scope of scientific knowledge.
• Draw conclusions and makes recommendations based on analysis.
• Interpret and records data conduct analyses compare findings to relevant studies and local state and federal regulations to ensure compliance.

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications:
• BA/BS 2 years of experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Valid Drivers License and as a condition of employment must be able to pass AECOMs Motor Vehicle Records review
• Environmental compliance experience
• Due to the nature of work US Citizenship is required

Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor degree in Environmental Science or related field
• 4 years of recent environmental due diligence EHS and subsurface investigation related experience
• Client facing experience
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Excellent technical writing and organizational skills
• Good working knowledge of wordprocessing and integrated software applications including MS Word and Excel.
• Ability to perform detailoriented work.
• Willingness/ability to be in the field and travel

Additional Information :
• Sponsorship is not available for this role
• This is a hybrid position and will be required to follow AECOMs hybrid work policy.
• Relocation support is not available 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 flexible work options wellbeing 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 privatesector 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 2024. Learn more at .

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects both in your local community and on a global scale that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cuttingedge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our awardwinning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere 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.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime