Mining Environmental Services Lead

About the role

AECOM is seeking an experienced Environmental Services Lead for employment in Santiago de Chile. The role focuses on identifying and developing business opportunities in the mining industry, using environmental science expertise to drive sustainable mining practices, strengthen client relationships and deliver solutions aligned with environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles. It works closely with leadership, senior managers, program managers and project managers, and with internal teams such as marketing, operations and technical experts.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the mining sector, promoting AECOM's presence in mining and in Chile
• Build and maintain relationships with mining companies, regulatory agencies and community representatives
• Act as a point of contact for mining clients and help them 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)
• Advise on environmental impact assessments, permitting and mine closure planning
• Provide expertise in mine waste management, water quality evaluation and ESG compliance
• Contribute to strategic plans for revenue and growth, and support QA/QC procedures

Required profile

• BS in Geology, Mining Engineering, Environmental Science or a related engineering discipline, with 8+ years of relevant experience or equivalent Chilean mining-related environmental consulting experience
• Proven business development and client relationship management track record in mining
• International consulting experience
• Fluency in English and Spanish
• Preferred: 30+ years of environmental science experience, ESG expertise, mine closure planning experience, knowledge of critical minerals and energy transition, professional certifications such as Professional Geologist or Environmental Scientist

Required skills

• Environmental regulations, permitting processes and sustainability practices in mining
• Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, teamwork with multidisciplinary groups

New hires must attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office. Benefits depend on employment status and may include medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, paid time off, flexible work options, a retirement savings plan and an employee stock purchase plan.