[Hiring] Senior Consultant Mining & Environmental Representative @AECOM

Role Description

AECOM is seeking a motivated and technically strong Senior Consultant Mining & Environmental Representative to join our growing Mining team supporting projects across Alaska. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying and developing business opportunities within the mining industry. This role focuses on leveraging environmental science expertise to drive sustainable mining practices, enhance client relationships, and deliver innovative solutions that align with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles.

This individual will collaborate with leadership, senior managers, program managers, and project managers to develop practical and innovative engineering solutions for mining clients. The role requires solid environmental and permitting knowledge while working closely with internal teams, including marketing, operations, and technical experts, to develop proposals and presentations.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the mining sector, focusing on environmental science and sustainability.
• Business development activities to promote AECOM’s growing presence in Mining and in Alaska.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including mining companies, regulatory agencies, and community representatives.
• Act as a point of contact for mining clients, understanding their needs and providing tailored solutions.
• Collaborate with clients to develop strategies for environmental compliance, sustainability, and risk management.
• Grow study work across permitting, environmental services, geology, mining engineering, mineral economics, and infrastructure (port and road) for our mining clients.
• Provide technical and strategic advice on environmental impact assessments, permitting, and mine closure planning.
• Stay updated on industry trends, regulations, and best practices in sustainable mining and environmental science.
• Provide expertise in areas such as environmental impact assessments, mine waste management, water quality evaluation, and ESG compliance.
• Contribute to the development of strategic plans to achieve revenue and growth targets.
• Travel approximately 20% domestically.
• Support quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) procedures to meet project standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: BS in Geology, Mining Engineering, Environmental Science or a related engineering discipline and 8+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: 30+ years of progressive environmental science experience with an emphasis on mining industry.
• Proven track record in business development or account management for mining clients, including pipeline growth and capture of multi-disciplinary studies.
• Expertise in ESG frameworks and sustainable mining practices.
• Experience in mine closure planning, environmental compliance, and impact assessments.
• Knowledge of critical minerals and energy transition strategies.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Professional certifications (e.g., Professional Geologist, Environmental Scientist) are preferred.
• Willingness to remain and travel within Alaska.

Requirements

• No sponsorship will be offered for this role now or in the future.
• No relocation will be offered for this role.
• No benefits for this role.
• This posting is for a current vacancy, and AECOM intends to fill this position by January 25, 2027.
• All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

Benefits

• 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.