Job Summary

Reporting to the Global Sustainability Manager, this role will significantly contribute to the implementation of AECOMs Sustainable Legacies / ESG Strategy with a range of responsibilities to support the achievement of net zero and enhancing governance. This includes our leading science-based net zero targets, to at least halve all emissions by 2030 and reduce by 90% by 2040. It also means supporting the maintenance of our operational net zero commitment through carbon offsetting residual emissions. This role will also support the application of our ESG project risk framework, supporting our teams globally to assess and mitigate ESG risk for particularly complex projects globally. It will also support ESG reporting for our shareholders and clients, in line with best practice.

At AECOM, were delivering a better world.

We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether its improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.

Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. Were one global team 47,000 strong driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.

Achieving Net Zero:

Supporting development of interventions in support of our science-based net zero targets
Supporting development of our net zero roadmap, as a key member of the Corporate Environmental Working Group
Carbon accounting in line with the Greenhouse Gas Protocol, particularly on Scope 3 emissions (purchased goods and services, capital goods and business travel)
Feeding into the effort to reduce supply chain emissions, including through supplier engagement and low carbon procurement
Feeding into the effort to reduce operational (fleet vehicle and office energy emissions) and business travel emissions

Enhancing Governance:

Supporting the application of our ESG project risk assessment, through risk identification and mitigation of projects associated with thermal coal, new oil and gas, land acquisition / vulnerable people, and cultural heritage
Supporting Corporate Communications for reporting into the Annual Report and ESG Report on relevant topics, and reporting in line with TCFD and SASB
Responding to client sustainability questionnaires, particularly CDP and Ecovadis.
Supporting bid writing for sustainability

General:

Collating and analysing quantitative and qualitative data
Prioritising tasks and meeting commitments on an on-going basis and taking ownership and responsibility for the timely completion and quality of work
Leading and participating in project team meetings, client meetings and internal meetings
Providing ideas and potential solutions for more effective environmental and sustainability outcomes and proactively promoting best practice and innovation across our business
Keeping up to date with relevant legislation, policy, guidance and best practice relating to sustainability and ESG
Building relationships internally across teams within AECOM to expand the scope of our reach

Minimum Requirements

BA/BS + 2 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
Excellent numerical and analytical skills and the aptitude to understand and communicate complex technical information
Excellent research and report writing skills

Preferred Qualifications

The ability to work as part of a team and the capacity to collaborate and communicate effectively internally and externally at various levels
A willingness to work flexibly across different areas
An ability to work to deadlines, work flexibly under pressure and respond to changing project and programme demands
Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to structure and prioritise the delivery of project outputs effectively while working as part of a team
An ability to think creatively and to advance innovative ideas
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams.
A passion for sustainability and improving ESG issues
A geography, environmental sustainability, sustainable development, environmental sciences, environmental economics, conservation or other strongly numerate subject area degree.
Understanding of sustainability issues globally, but particularly in key locations such as the USA.
Self-starter, able to work independently for periods
Strategic thinking, combining ambition and pragmatism
Understanding of the how the infrastructure / engineering and consultancy sectors operate

What We Offer

We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youre working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business. We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career. When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and lets get started. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each persons potential, and well help you reach yours.

Job Category Sciences

Business Line Environment

Business Group Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS)

Country United States of America

Position Status Full Time

Requisition/Vacancy No. 271850BR

Additional Locations US - Dallas, TX - 13355 Noel Road

Clearance Required No

Virtual: Yes

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.