Senior Environmental Engineering

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AECOM is looking for a Senior Environmental Professional Engineer or Professional Geologist for its Halifax, NS location. This is a full-time role.

Job Summary: 

The role will be a combination of project management and technical work delivery, though the work can/may vary based on the applicant’s experience and career aspirations.

This position is ideally suited to a Senior Environmental Professional Engineer or Professional Geologist with technical and project management strengths. This position will primarily shadow acting project managers as a deputy project manager on large multidisciplinary engineering projects, with the future goal to act as a project manager on such projects and pursue business development opportunities with local and government clientele.

Additionally, there are opportunities for candidates who would like to continue to build their technical background to have access to training and careers opportunities if of interest.

This position requires excellent written and spoken communication skills, organizational and time management skills, flexibility to work on a range of projects, and a positive attitude. 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.

The successful candidate will rigorously apply safety policies and procedures and will effectively manage the quality of field efforts and project deliverables within the bounds of the AECOM Quality Management System.

Major Responsibilities: 

The job responsibilities for the position will include, but will not be limited to:

• Supervision or coordination of intermediate and junior staff conducting field programs to collect and analyze environmental data.
• Management or coordination of long-term monitoring programs.
• Review or coordination of project deliverables: workplans, technical letters, memorandums, reports, drawings, and detailed design packages.
• Review and preparation of project specifications, contract documents, and cost estimates related to remedial options analysis and implementation.
• Development and implementation of technical approaches or solutions as part of project team.
• Performing project supervision, administration, and monitoring, including contract close out and reporting (both office and field duties).

Project management responsibilities may include:

• Technical and quality coordination
• Proposal and scope change preparation
• Scope and budget tracking
• Contract administration including obtaining purchase orders and subcontractor agreements
• Collaborating and coordinate work with peers from the environment business, peers from other engineering disciplines, clients, contractors, and sub-consultants

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline (Geotechnical, Geology, Environmental Engineering, etc.) + six (6) years of related experience within this field.
• Experience with mining related projects, including historical mine sites.
• Experience with contaminated sites in Nova Scotia.
• Understanding of the Nova Scotia Contaminated Sites Guidelines and associated regulation and protocols.
• Registered, or have the ability to register, with Engineers Nova Scotia as a P.Eng. or Association of Professional Geoscientists of Nova Scotia as a P.Geo.
• Demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education may be considered. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline (Geotechnical, Geology, Environmental Engineering, etc.) + ten (10) years of related experience within this field.
• Masters in a relevant discipline (Geotechnical, Geology, Environmental Engineering, etc.).
• P.Eng. or P.Geo registered 10+ years of technical experience within environmental engineering.
• Ability to become a registered Contaminated Site Professional with the Province of Nova Scotia.
• Proposal writing, job scoping, project plans.
• Client management skills.
• Willingness to travel to job sites (sometimes remote) on occasion.
• Working in a team setting to meet timelines and quality management.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite; excellent knowledge of Excel and Word.

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 aecom.com. 

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, you’ll 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 you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll 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.