Location
Nottingham, Manchester and Leeds

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
Join AECOM, a global infrastructure consulting firm, as an Air Quality Graduate Consultant and kick start your career in air quality. You will work alongside experienced specialists on a variety of projects across Europe, the Middle East and Africa, supporting air quality assessments for local authorities, government, infrastructure providers, developers and industrial clients. Projects may include National Highways air quality assessments, air quality management studies, monitoring for major infrastructure projects such as the Silvertown Tunnel and HS2, and development of emission inventories and digital tools. This role offers valuable experience within a well-established consultancy and the opportunity to contribute to impactful environmental projects.

Key Responsibilities
- Conduct air quality monitoring including site assessment, preparation and maintenance
- Perform air quality dispersion modelling combined with GIS
- Analyze data and contribute to emissions inventory work
- Provide air quality input into environmental statements
- Assist in coordinating multi-disciplinary project teams
- Support tender and proposal preparation

Perks and Development
At AECOM, you will benefit from a flexible hybrid working model, career development opportunities, technical practice networks, AECOM University training, and volunteering days. You will be paired with a mentor for on-the-job support and participate in the 2-year ADVANCE Graduate Development Programme designed to build your skills and support your professional development, including potential Chartership with the Institute of Air Quality Management (IAQM). Join a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to delivering a better world.

Experience
Previous consultancy experience, work placements or relevant voluntary experience are advantageous but not essential. Awareness of GIS, modelling or programming skills is a plus. A full driving license is beneficial due to travel requirements for site surveys.

About you
- Strong numeracy and excellent research and report writing skills
- Effective verbal and written communication skills with confidence to engage clients and stakeholders
- Ability to structure and prioritise work effectively within a team environment
- Strong attention to detail, self-motivation, enthusiasm, ambition and drive
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, maintaining initiative and focus
- Flexibility to work under pressure and adapt to changing project demands

Qualifications
Ideally an MSc or PhD in Air Quality or related disciplines such as Meteorology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, Project Management, Climate Science or Environmental Management with an air quality focus. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is essential.