AECOM

Environmental Engineering -Contaminated Sites

AECOM • $70K — $95K *
Calgary, AB T1Y 7M8In-Person
Energy & Utilities
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in an environmental discipline.
  • 4 years of related experience.
  • 5-8 years of experience in contaminated sites assessment and remediation.
  • Hands-on experience with field investigations and data interpretation.
  • GIT/EIT or P.Geo./P.Eng designation (or in progress) preferred.
  • Strong understanding of contamination processes and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments.
  • Plan and execute soil, groundwater, and vapor sampling investigations.
  • Analyze environmental data to assess site risk and delineate contaminant plumes.
  • Develop remediation action plans and optimize approaches based on monitoring data.
  • Ensure compliance with contaminated sites regulations and prepare technical reports.
  • Coordinate project tasks, budgets, and schedules for defined components.
  • Liaise with regulatory agencies to secure permits and maintain documentation.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model with occasional site travel required.
  • Opportunities for mentorship and technical guidance roles.
  • Engagement with multidisciplinary teams on diverse projects.
  • Participation in proposal development and client engagement activities.
  • Focus on health and safety protocols in office and field environments.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The Environmental Engineer (Contaminated Sites) is a mid-level professional responsible for assessing, managing, and remediating contaminated soil, groundwater, and sediment sites. This role applies established engineering and environmental science principles to evaluate site conditions, develop remediation strategies, and ensure compliance with applicable environmental regulations. The position works under general supervision while independently managing defined project components and supporting senior engineers on complex assignments.

Site Assessment & Investigation
  • Conduct and support Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs).
  • Plan and execute field investigations, including soil, groundwater, and vapour sampling.
  • Interpret geological and hydrogeological conditions to characterize contaminant fate and transport.
  • Manage and execute drilling programs, monitoring well installations, and contractor activities.
  • Analyze environmental data to delineate contaminant plumes and assess site risk.
  • Develop conceptual site models (CSMs) to guide investigation and remediation strategies.
  • Develop remedial action plans (RAPs), feasibility studies, and closure strategies.
  • Optimize remediation approaches based on monitoring data and site conditions.

Regulatory Compliance & Reporting
  • Ensure compliance with federal, provincial/state, and local contaminated sites regulations.
  • Prepare technical reports, including investigation reports, remediation plans, and closure documentation.
  • Liaise with regulatory agencies to secure permits and approvals.
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation for audit readiness.

Project Coordination
  • Coordinate tasks, budgets, and schedules for assigned project components.
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and contractors.
  • Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior/int staff and field technicians.
  • Support proposal development and client engagement activities.

Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE)
  • Adhere to and promote health and safety protocols in the office and field.
  • Identify and mitigate environmental and occupational hazards.
  • Participate in incident investigations and corrective actions as needed.


Qualifications

Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental related discipline.
  • 4 years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience
  • 5-8 years of experience in contaminated sites assessment and remediation.
  • Hands-on experience with field investigations, data interpretation, and remediation.

Certifications (Preferred)
  • Geologist/Engineer-in-Training (GIT/EIT) or Professional Geoscientist / Professional Engineer (P.Geo. / P.Eng) designation (or in progress).

Technical Skills
  • Strong understanding of soil and groundwater contamination processes.
  • Strong familiarity with regulatory frameworks (e.g., AEPA/AER Regs, CCME guidelines, or equivalent across Western Canada).

Core Competencies
  • Analytical thinking and problem-solving
  • Strong technical writing and documentation
  • Project coordination and time management
  • Effective communication with team members, clients and regulators
  • Attention to detail and quality assurance

Work Location
  • Hybrid model
  • Occasional travel required for site visits and project oversight.
  • Willing to travel within the province/country for work, including extended travel
  • Valid and unrestricted driver's license


Additional Information

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

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AECOM is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets, including transportation, facilities, environmental, energy, water and government. With approximately 45,000 employees around the world, AECOM is a leader in all of the key markets that it serves. AECOM provides a blend of global reach, local knowledge, innovation and technical excellence in delivering solutions that create, enhance and sustain the world's built, natural, and social environments. A Fortune 500 company, AECOM serves clients in more than 150 countries and had revenue of $8.0 billion during the 12 months ended March 31, 2014.

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Size
51,000 employees
Market Cap
$11.8 billion
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Net Income
-$200.8 million
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
-6.3%
Revenue
$13.3 billion
NASDAQ
ACM
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