Principal Environmental Scientist Contaminated Land

I joined AECOM for the opportunity to work on meaningful ANZ-wide projects with awesome people and Ive stayed because the opportunities to grow my career and leadership experience. Lauren Spring Environment Manager - Western Australia

AECOMs environmental practice is dedicated to helping industries clients and governments meet their environmental responsibilities while protecting the natural environment. We provide advisory and technical services to ensure compliance manage impacts and reduce risks including obtaining permits and approvals decommissioning and restoring contaminated sites and tackling climate change challenges and resilience. We focus on preserving habitats water quality stakeholder engagement and cultural resources promoting a holistic approach to environmental impact management at every project stage. 

Join AECOMs Geosciences and Remediation Services team in Perth at an exciting time of investment and growth. Backed by a strong pipeline of work across Defence Mining Aviation and Oil & Gas youll have the opportunity to lead complex high-profile projects help shape the future of the business and collaborate with technical specialists across Australia and New Zealand. Its a chance to make a real impact while building your career with one of the worlds leading infrastructure consulting firms. 

What will a day in this role look like: 

• Oversee all aspects of project management including planning budgeting financial management scheduling quality reviews and communication with relevant stakeholders. 

• Prepare and review technical reports and other project documentation ensuring clarity accuracy and consistency. 

• Lead and manage contaminated sites projects building and maintaining strong relationships by understanding their needs and delivering high-quality outcomes. 

• Support business development efforts by identifying opportunities preparing proposals. 

• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members. 

Qualifications :

The qualities that help you thrive  

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired but if you dont tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply all applications will be considered. 

• A degree in environmental science geology hydrogeology chemistry or environmental engineering along with a current drivers licence. 

• Extensive experience in contaminated land assessment and remediation with a strong track record in managing projects from start to finish. 

• Confident working directly with clients with the ability to build relationships and provide clear expert advice. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a knack for explaining technical concepts in a straightforward way. 

• Willing to travel for fieldwork across WA and beyond; familiarity with WA regulations and experience on mining or oil and gas sites will be highly regarded. 

Additional Information :

Why youll love working with us  

• Flexible work arrangements including alternative start/finish times job-sharing and hybrid work options 

• Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year  

• Swap public holidays swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better 

• Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns professional development courses financial study assistance 5 days paid study leave global career opportunities 

Ready to push the limits of whats possible 

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds including those with disabilities additional health or mental health needs and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process please let us know. 

Applications are reviewed as they come in and the role may close earlier than expected so if this opportunity sounds like you we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.  

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AECOM is the worlds 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 $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at 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 youre 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 culture of equity diversity and inclusion 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 and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. Were the worlds trusted global infrastructure firm and were in this together your growth and success are ours too.

Join us and youll 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 persons potential and well help you reach yours.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time