AECOM

Senior Fluvial Geomorphologist

AECOM$80K — $110K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Kitchener, ON
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in geomorphology, river engineering, earth science, or related field
  • Minimum of 6 years of relevant work experience
  • Familiarity with GIS and CAD software
  • Knowledge of fluvial processes and their ecological impacts
  • Experience in river hydraulics and channel stability analysis
  • Skilled in data collection, assessment, and analysis
  • Experience in developing stream restoration recommendations

Responsibilities

  • Utilize scientific principles to solve technical problems
  • Collect and enter field data applying technical principles
  • Interpret data and ensure compliance with regulations
  • Lead stream restoration projects with assessment recommendations
  • Conduct detailed investigations, including sediment transport analysis
  • Analyze geomorphic and hydraulic data for projects
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and engage with stakeholders

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Paid time off and leave policies
  • Voluntary benefits and perks
  • Flexible work options and well-being resources
  • Employee assistance program
  • Retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan
Full Job Description
AECOM is actively seeking a highly motivated Senior Fluvial Geomorphologist for employment in Canada. This is a new position as part of our ongoing expansion of fluvial geomorphology expertise in environmental and engineering projects. The successful applicant will be a motivated individual, excited to contribute to the growth of AECOM's fluvial geomorphology practice area across Canada. The fluvial geomorphologist will work with AECOM's team of geomorphologists, hydraulic engineers, and ecologists to deliver a variety of stream restoration projects, including: • Restoration of natural processes and habitat conditions • Erosion control and fish passage improvements • Assisting with hazard identification • Facilitating infrastructure improvements Responsibilities The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: • Utilizing scientific principles, theories, practices, and technologies to develop solutions for technical problems of limited scope • Collecting and entering data, applying technical principles and theories • Interpreting and recording data, conducting analyses, and comparing findings to relevant studies and local, provincial, and federal regulations to ensure compliance • Leading 'Natural Channel Design' and stream restoration projects, completing assessments on existing and proposed conditions to provide enhancement recommendations and design input • Conducting detailed field investigations and assessments, including sediment transport and scour analysis • Analyzing and interpreting geomorphic and hydraulic data • Writing and reviewing technical reports • Collaborating across offices and disciplines in Canada, and participating in meetings with clients and stakeholders Qualifications Minimum Requirements • Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline (e.g., geomorphology, river engineering, earth science) • Minimum of 6 years of relevant work experience • Familiarity with GIS and CAD software • Knowledge of fluvial form, processes, and functions, including their dependence on local physiography and influence on ecological habitats • Experience with river and stream channel hydraulics and channel stability analysis • Experience in environmental data collection, identification, investigation, data entry, and assessments • Experience developing stream restoration and enhancement recommendations • Ability to travel, including to remote areas, and efficiently conduct fieldwork Preferred Qualifications • Master's degree specializing in fluvial geomorphology is an asset • 10 years + of relevant work experience • Familiarity with Natural Channel Design approaches, from concept development through detailed design, construction implementation, and monitoring • Experience using GIS and hydraulic modeling applications for study design and data analysis • Geohazard mapping and slope stability analysis experience • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Experience with proposal writing and/or project management • Strong attention to detail • Ability to manage personal project workload and meet deadlines • Eligibility for professional registration (P.Geo. and/or P.Eng.) 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.

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51,000 employees
Market Cap
$11.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$200.8 million
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
-6.3%
Revenue
$13.3 billion
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