Principal Environmental Scientist - Contaminated Land

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

AECOM's 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 AECOM's 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, you'll 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. It's a chance to make a real impact while building your career with one of the world's 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:

• A degree in environmental science, geology, hydrogeology, chemistry or environmental engineering, along with a current driver’s 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 you’ll 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 what’s 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.

AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses.