Director - Contaminated Land Scientist

Aecom

The Role

Overview

Lead and manage contaminated land projects, overseeing all aspects of delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • project leadership
  • client relations
  • technical reporting
  • project management
  • business development
  • mentorship

Tasks

-Lead and manage contaminated sites projects for Tier 1 clients, building and maintaining strong relationships by understanding their needs and delivering high-quality outcomes. -Prepare and review technical reports, and other project documentation, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and consistency. -Oversee all aspects of project management, including planning, budgeting, financial management, scheduling, quality reviews, and communication with relevant stakeholders. -Support business development efforts by identifying opportunities, preparing proposals, and contributing to marketing initiatives. -Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members.

Requirements

  • environmental degree
  • driver's licence
  • client liaison
  • land remediation
  • project management
  • mining experience

What You Bring

-A degree in environmental science, geology, hydrogeology, chemistry or environmental engineering, along with a current driver’s licence. -Confident working directly with clients, with the ability to build relationships and provide clear, expert advice. -Extensive experience in contaminated land assessment and remediation, with a strong track record in managing projects from start to finish. -Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a knack for explaining technical concepts in a straightforward way. -Willing to travel for fieldwork across WA and beyond; familiarity with WA regulations and experience on mining or oil and gas sites will be highly regarded.

The Company

About Aecom

-Launched as a bold independent infrastructure consultancy from a merger of five legacy firms dating back over a century. -Handles everything from geotech to electro-mechanical systems, as seen in the award-winning Romaine Hydroelectric Complex in Canada. -Guides projects through every lifecycle stage in transportation, buildings, water systems, energy, and environmental sectors.

Sector Specialisms

Industrial

Agriculture, Food & Beverage

Automotive & Heavy Equipment & Machinery

Data Centers & Digital Infrastructure

High Performance Logistics

Energy

Renewable Energy

Grid Modernization

Transportation

Transit and Rail Projects

Highways

Bridges

Aviation Facilities

Facilities Management

Educational Institutions

Healthcare Facilities

Commercial Buildings

Corrections Facilities

Urban and Regional Planning

Building Construction

Oil and Gas Industry

Maritime Facilities

Water Management Systems