Environmental Specialist

AECOM is seeking an Environmental Specialist / Environmental Consultant to join our Environmental team in this role you will support a diverse portfolio of projects across the UK US and other international regions by preparing technical environmental deliverables analysing environmental data supporting environmental assessments and contributing to project planning and delivery activities. 

The successful candidate will work as part of multidisciplinary teams supporting a wide range of environmental projects including water and wastewater infrastructure ecology environmental permitting contaminated land remediation infrastructure energy and oil & gas developments. This position is primarily office-based and focuses on technical project delivery environmental analysis reporting and coordination activities that directly support successful project outcomes. 

Working closely with project managers technical specialists and field teams you will contribute across the full project lifecycle from project planning and environmental assessment through to reporting implementation support and project close-out. 

Environmental Assessments & Technical Reporting 

• Prepare technical reports environmental assessments work plans figures maps and supporting documentation for UK and US environmental projects. 

• Analyse and interpret environmental datasets including groundwater surface water soil wastewater ecological and infrastructure-related information. 

• Support environmental impact assessments site investigations remediation projects environmental constraints assessments permitting activities and conceptual site model development. 

• Ensure technical deliverables meet client requirements regulatory guidance and AECOM quality standards. 

Environmental Planning & Project Delivery 

• Support the planning and delivery of environmental investigations surveys monitoring programmes and assessment activities. 

• Review environmental information aerial imagery mapping resources and project data to identify environmental constraints ecological sensitivities access considerations and project risks. 

• Contribute to projects involving water resources wastewater infrastructure storm overflow assessments contaminated land management remediation energy and oil & gas developments. 

• Collaborate with project managers technical specialists and field teams across multiple geographies to support successful project delivery. 

Environmental Data Analysis & Information Management 

• Organise review and manage environmental information from a variety of project sources. 

• Analyse monitoring survey laboratory and site investigation data preparing technical summaries and interpretations to support project decision-making. 

• Develop figures data tables plans and project documentation to support reporting and regulatory submissions. 

• Use GIS and other digital tools to support environmental assessments mapping spatial analysis and project planning activities where required

Qualifications :

Required 

• Mandatory Bachelors degree in Environmental Science Ecology Geography Geology Environmental Engineering Natural Sciences or a related discipline. 

• Minimum of 3 years experience in environmental consulting environmental assessment ecology contaminated land remediation oil and gas water resources or related project delivery. 

• Experience preparing environmental reports technical documentation figures and project deliverables. 

• Experience analysing and interpreting environmental data and applying findings to environmental project solutions. 

• Working knowledge of GIS software such as ArcGIS or QGIS. 

• Strong technical writing and communication skills in English. 

• Strong analytical organisational and problem-solving skills with the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary and international teams. 

Preferred / Advantageous 

• Masters degree in Environmental Science Ecology Geography Geology Environmental Engineering or a related field. 

• Experience supporting UK and/or US environmental projects. 

• Experience with water wastewater river storm overflow environmental permitting contaminated land remediation energy or oil & gas projects. 

• Knowledge of ecological assessment principles biodiversity considerations and environmental constraints analysis. 

• Familiarity with UK and/or US environmental regulations permitting processes or environmental compliance requirements. 

• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar technical software. 

• Experience working within international and multidisciplinary project teams. 

Additional Information :

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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 2025. Learn more at . 

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 youll 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 youve always envisioned. Here youll 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. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time