Environmental Scientist
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Job Description
AECOM is currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Reclamation Specialist to join our growing team in Edmonton Alberta. Working alongside a team of professionals with varied backgrounds and skills the ideal candidate is comfortable in fast-paced environments. We are seeking a candidate who has a working knowledge of relevant provincial and federal regulations.
The position will involve providing support on reclamation projects including but not limited to revegetation plans reclamation plans Detailed Site Assessments (DSAs) pre and post-construction assessments environmental assessments environmental monitoring plans associated permitting and other related scopes of work.
The successful candidate will work with an experienced team of scientists and technical specialists in ecology permitting and reclamation backgrounds to provide environmental expertise on multi-disciplinary projects in Alberta and across Western Canada.
Job responsibilities include but arent limited to the following:
- Onsite supervision or completion of a variety of environmental site assessments and surface reclamation projects including:
- Field programs such as DSAs Pre-Disturbance Assessments vegetation wetlands wildlife fisheries and soils.
- Supervising contractors completing reclamation activities including contouring site preparation soil placement seeding planting and invasive plant management.
- Assisting with revegetation plans reclamation plans reclamation certificate applications and associated permitting.
- Supporting the preparation of regulatory applications applicable to provincial and federal legislation including under the Public Lands Act.
- Assisting Project Managers/project coordinators with tasks such as monthly project and budget update summaries preparation of meeting minutes scheduling and coordinating field programs.
- Working with a large multi-disciplinary team to execute projects and meet client expectations.
- Adhering to and enforcing corporate Safety Health and Environment protocols and AECOMs quality control program.
- This position combines both fieldwork and office tasks in a flexible hybrid work environment.
Qualifications :
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelors degree or Technical Diploma in Environmental Engineering Environmental Sciences Biological Sciences or Soil Sciences.
- Professional designation or eligibility to obtain or designation.
- 4 years of consulting or industry experience in reclamation including leading reclamation-related field work.
- A thorough understanding of the Forested and Peatland Criteria is required.
- Valid Class 5 drivers license.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills comfortable liasing with clients colleagues and subcontractors.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office software applications.
- Highly motivated with a willingness to learn new tasks.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience or interest to support other biophysical study areas such as wildlife wetlands and/or fisheries field assessments
Additional Information :
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 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. 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 cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll 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 youve always envisioned. Here youll 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.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
