Mine Remediation Lead

AECOM is seeking a Mine Remediation Lead to be based out of any of our locations in the western United States (AZ, CA, CO, MT, NM, NV, OR, UT). This is a full-time role. This is an exciting growth focused opportunity to build and lead a Mine remediation group. The person in this position will support business development, project execution and have the ability to grow and lead a Mine Remediation practice. We are seeking a leader with major project delivery experience and proven ability to build and lead technical teams in implementing Mine remediation projects. Preferential consideration will be given to experience under the CERCLA Program and strong regulatory connections. As an experienced professional in Mine remediation, you will bring specific technical expertise, sophisticated regulatory understanding, leadership skills, and an entrepreneurial spirit along with a keen interest in evolving and growing the business and mentoring staff. Your demonstrated commitment to safety along with a strong operational understanding of safety risks in mining environments, and ability to mentor employees to support a safe work culture will supplement AECOM's existing safety culture. Responsibilities will include: - Working closely with AECOM personnel in United States and Internationally to develop and implement Mine remedial solutions for clients in the public and private sector that meet regulatory requirements and protect human health and the environment. - Identifying growth opportunities, advising on growth strategies and hiring to expand the mine remediation practice. - Collaboration with, and coordination of, diverse technical teams including hydrologists, hydrogeologists, geochemists, risk assessors, environmental engineers, geotechnical engineers, civil engineers, water treatment specialists, biologists, revegetation, costing specialists, etc. to develop remedial solutions that meet technical and regulatory requirements. - Reviewing technical work plans and cost estimates; interpreting data; conducting remediation/closure technology evaluations and feasibility studies. - Technical and financial management of projects to meet commitments on budget, quality and schedule. - Development of proposals, project teams and cost estimates. - Delivery of projects, and technical review of reports for regulatory submission (e.g., studies, remediation and closure plans, permit applications, management plans). - Periodically attending site visits to proposed, operating or closed mines in support of client relationship building, proposal development and project delivery. - Business-development activities, including building and maintaining existing and new client relationships, tracking marketing leads and project opportunities, developing proposals and presentations, networking, attending conferences and sharing AECOM's capabilities with existing and potential clients. - Stakeholder communications, including regulatory communications and client advocacy Qualifications Minimum Requirements - Bachelor's Degree in relevant engineering (Civil, Geotechnical, Environmental etc.) or science (geology, hydrogeology, environmental etc.) disciplines +10 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 2 years of leadership - Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required. Preferred Qualifications - Master's degree or 20+ years of experience - People management experience - Experience managing complex environmental consulting or Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management (EPCM) projects - Experience with remediation under CERCLA and RCRA frameworks - Proficient technical writing experience for investigation and design reports and regulatory document submissions - Proficient proposals preparation and cost development experience for Mine remediation projects - Some experience with NEPA, CWA, and NPDES permitting - Experience working on projects for mining companies - Experience with US Federal projects, specifically with US Army Corps of Engineers, US Environmental Project Agency, US Department of Interior 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. 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.