AECOM is actively seeking a highly motivated Senior Fluvial Geomorphologist for employment in Canada, with experience in applied fluvial geomorphology. AECOM is continuing to expand its fluvial geomorphology expertise in both environmental and engineering projects. The successful applicant for the Fluvial Geomorphologist position will be a motivated individual, excited to contribute to the growth of the fluvial geomorphology practice area within AECOM across Canada.
The fluvial geomorphologist will work with AECOM’s fluvial geomorphologists, hydraulic engineers, and ecologists to deliver various stream restoration projects, including:
Restoration of natural processes and habitat conditions
Erosion control and fish passage improvements
Assisting with hazard identification
Facilitating infrastructure improvements
Responsibilities
The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
Utilizing scientific principles, theories, practices, and existing technologies to develop solutions for technical problems with limited scope
Collecting and entering data, and applying technical principles and theories
Interpreting and recording data, conducting analyses, and comparing findings to relevant studies and local, provincial, and federal regulations to ensure compliance
Leading ‘Natural Channel Design’ and stream restoration projects, completing assessments on existing and proposed conditions to provide enhancement recommendations and design input
Conducting detailed field investigations and assessments, including sediment transport and scour analysis
Analyzing and interpreting geomorphic and hydraulic data
Writing technical reports
Reviewing technical reports
Working collaboratively across offices and disciplines in Canada, and participating in meetings with clients and stakeholders