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Limnology Consultant with Reservoir Experience

Hybrid in Barcelona·Added 3 months ago (last checked 23 Oct)

AECOM

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Work mode: Hybrid, Barcelona
Contract: Fixed-term
Education: University degree
Driving licence: Category B

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Graduate in Biology, Environmental Sciences, Forestry Engineering or any related discipline to the environment and sustainability.
Experience in limnology work and reservoir management.
Valid driving license (B) and availability to drive to carry out fieldwork.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position (will be evaluated at the start of employment through a medical examination)
Availability to travel from Monday to Friday.
For good performance in the position, it will be necessary to work well in a team, show initiative, and also be able to work autonomously.

Nice to have

Experience in similar fieldwork.
Knowledge of aquatic ecology and water quality.
Knowledge of databases (Access, SQL) and GIS (QGIS, ArcGIS)

The role

The Aquatic Ecology team is part of AECOM's Environment & Energy department, which has been operating in Spain for over 40 years. We currently have a team of experts across the different fields of aquatic ecology, providing consulting services to a wide range of clients, both in the private and public sectors.

We are committed to the high technical qualification of all our staff to provide comprehensive service to our clients. We have our own laboratory, accredited by ENAC in accordance with ISO 17025, enabling us to assess the status of all quality indicators in aquatic ecosystems (biological, physicochemical, and hydromorphological).

To join the Aquatic Ecology team, we are looking for a graduate in Biology, Environmental Sciences, Forestry Engineering, or a related field, with experience in the study and environmental management of reservoirs and knowledge of aquatic ecology.

What you'll do

Office-based work for participation in reports and tenders related to the environmental management of reservoirs. Water quality, environmental impacts, water monitoring plans.
Design, planning, and execution of field campaigns for sampling and testing in surface and groundwater.
Processing of data collected in the field or compiled (preparation of tables and graphs)
Support in limnological sampling in rivers, lakes, and reservoirs across various projects.
Database management.
Preparation of field reports.

How you'll work

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're 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 fostered.

About AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm delivering professional services in design, engineering, construction, and program management. With over 50,000 employees worldwide, it operates across sectors including transportation, buildings, water, energy, and the environment, serving public and private clients on projects ranging from highways and rail systems to data centers and environmental remediation.

In Spain, AECOM has a significant presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, employing local engineers and specialists. The company is actively hiring for roles in civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering, as well as BIM and CAD positions, reflecting its involvement in major infrastructure projects across the country. For international professionals, AECOM offers opportunities to work on diverse projects, a global career network, and a collaborative work environment that values technical excellence and innovation.

Industry: Engineering
Founded: 1990
Employees: 50,000+
Headquarters: Dallas, USA
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

AECOM has offices in Madrid and Barcelona, providing local employment opportunities in Spain.
The company is a global leader in infrastructure consulting, offering international career mobility and exposure to large-scale projects.
Many roles in Spain are bilingual (Spanish/English), and the company supports professional development and technical training.
AECOM's Spanish operations focus on transportation, water, and environmental projects, with opportunities for engineers and designers.
The company offers competitive benefits and a collaborative work culture, with a strong emphasis on safety and sustainability.

In their own words

About the company & team

At AECOM, we deliver a better world.

Whether it's improving transport links, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, we believe infrastructure has the power to improve communities and people's lives.

Join us and become part of a global team of nearly 52,000 designers, engineers, planners, scientists, program and construction managers, and other professionals, bringing your technical expertise, passion, and drive to deliver projects that have a positive and tangible impact around the world.

AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design, and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy, and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social, and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm with professional services revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Additional information

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 offer a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We are the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we are in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

Join us and you will get all the benefits of being part of a global, publicly traded company: access to industry-leading technology and thought leadership, and transformative work with great impact and work flexibility. As an equal opportunity employer, we believe in every person's potential and will help you reach yours.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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