Principal Geochemist Consultant

Overview

As a Geochemistry and Hydrogeology Project Lead at AECOM, you drive environmental assessments and remediation strategies for contaminated land. You’ll lead design and investigations, oversee monitoring and data analysis, and provide strategic client advice to mitigate water-related environmental risks. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver sustainable solutions that align with ESG and welfare priorities. This role offers the chance to shape projects for major clients and contribute to a trusted, global firm.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid work options
• comprehensive compensation, benefits and wellbeing programs
• inclusive, Equal Opportunity Employer
• Disability Confident Interview Scheme
• global, collaborative culture
• opportunities for professional growth

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental assessments (PSA, DSA, QRA, DQRA, CSM) and contribute to modelling efforts
• Oversee groundwater and surface water monitoring for project analysis
• Design and implement site investigations with clear rationale and effective examination of geochemical and hydrogeological contexts
• Develop, optioneer, specify and validate remediation projects, ensuring compliance with standards
• Provide strategic advice to clients on managing water environment impacts and mitigation strategies
• Partner with senior staff to manage technical and commercial aspects from start to finish
• Support client relationship building and effective communication with stakeholders

Key requirements

• Academic background in geochemical and hydrogeological aspects of geoscience, engineering hydrology or related subjects
• Experience in contaminated land assessment and management
• Strong understanding of contaminated land assessment regulations and guidance
• Hands-on field investigation experience (site management, drilling supervision, monitoring systems) or remediation supervision
• Hydrogeological site characterisation and risk assessment experience; numerical modelling advantageous
• Geochemical assessment experience; geochemical modelling advantageous
• Chartered with a recognised institution
• Proven track record of project delivery and client relationship building

• Effective communication with clients and team members
• Leadership and ability to guide junior staff
• Strong relationship-building and collaboration
• Numerical groundwater-surface water modelling (advantageous)
• Site investigation design and execution
• Monitoring system installation and data collection

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