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AECOM Senior EHS Consultant in Chicago, Illinois
Company Description
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Job Description
AECOM is looking for a Senior EHS Consultant to join our dynamic EHS + Air practice within the Environment Business Line. This hybrid position can be located in our Denver, CO, Fort Collins, CO, Cincinnati, OH, Minneapolis, MN Chicago, IL or Houston, TX offices. Our team provides innovative solutions to help a diverse range of federal, state/local, and private clients navigate EHS regulations and achieve sustainable compliance solutions.
We are seeking an industry leader who can help us drive long-term, sustainable growth of our EHS + Air practice by delivering high-quality EHS technical services, mentoring our team of professionals, and advancing our client relationships.
The Senior EHS Consultant will play a key seller-doer role in capturing, managing, and executing EHS compliance projects at global, national, and local levels. This role will also involve supporting client relationship development and helping drive strategic initiatives to enhance our service offerings.
The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience and be responsible for the following:
Providing technical support to clients on EHS regulations (CWA, RCRA, CAA, OSHA, etc.), compliance requirements and best practices tailored to their specific industries.
Leading and managing comprehensive EHS audits and assessments at client facilities to identify compliance issues and recommend corrective actions.
Managing multiple client projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of services and adherence to client expectations, from proposal through execution to closure.
Mentoring junior EHS consultants to help foster a collaborative and high-performance culture.
Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs and providing tailored EHS compliance solutions.
Identifying and pursuing business opportunities, leading proposals and presentations to prospective clients.
Balancing project management / technical and business development work, ensuring effective sales and utilization.
About AECOM’s Environment Business Line
Join AECOM to be part of an expert global team who is connected through a well-developed, worldwide, internal technical practice network through which you can learn from and brainstorm with the best in the world. AECOM is an industry-leading, world class environmental firm, and we want you to succeed within it. We respect and encourage your own pathway to excellence via our Freedom to Grow initiative.
AECOM is known for our award-winning technical excellence, leading-edge science and innovative project delivery. We provide sustainable solutions for some of the world’s most challenging issues. Our global clients and their projects are diverse and interesting. They span market sectors and geographies and require innovative technical solutions to solve wide-ranging environmental problems within diverse community profiles.
AECOM’s Sustainable Legacies program describes our approach to the environment, social equity and governance (ESG.) We embed sustainability throughout our business and help clients embed sustainable practices into their work. We help clients reduce their impact on the environment, achieve compliance and reduce risks.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, safety, or related discipline.
8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education in in EHS compliance consulting or a similar role.
This role requires some travel to client sites, which may include both local and national locations. Candidates should be prepared for travel up to 30% of the time, depending on project needs.
Valid U.S Driver's license is required for this role.
Preferred Qualifications:
10+ years of relevant experience.
Prior consulting experience working with CAA, CWA, RCRA, and other environmental regulations.
Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CPEA, CIH, CSP)).
ISO 14001 experience.
Experience with health & safety regulatory compliance.
Deep understanding of EHS regulations and industry standards.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse teams.
Additional Information
- Due to the nature of the work, US Citizenship is required.
Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $110,000.00 - $140,000.00.
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 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.
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, you’ll 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 you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll 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.
ReqID: J10119564
Business Line: Environment
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: West
Career Area: Science
Work Location Model: Hybrid
Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc