Lead Environmental Engineer/Technical Director - Contaminated Sites

There’s no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we’re committed to helping you do exactly that. 

Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in.  

Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

Who are we looking for?   

GHD has a great opportunity for a Lead Environmental Engineer/Technical Director, with a specialization in contaminated sites to support our Central region! Our hiring team specializes in environmental assessments, risk assessments, risk management planning and implementation, and remedial design and implementation for public and private sector clients across the Central US. We are a cohesive team inspired by providing an exceptional client experience while remaining focused on our collective and individual career progression.

Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in office, three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

In an ever-changing world, it requires creativity and innovation to stay ahead.

We’re seeking the curious, those who are stimulated by fresh thinking and a desire to shape our communities in new, positive ways.

As part of a truly global team, working on complex and rewarding projects, you'll be at the forefront of driving change. See what the power of commitment can do for you. 

Working with an energetic and high-performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

Research, design, plan, and perform engineering duties in the prevention, control, and remediation of environmental hazards using various engineering disciplines. Work may include waste treatment, site remediation, or pollution control technology.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex investigations, design solutions, and support construction for environmental remediation projects.
• Develop strategies and deliver innovative, client-focused solutions to US Federal and private sector clients.
• Needs Assessment: Identify emerging issues, barriers, and key stakeholders to inform project decisions.
• Improvement/Innovation: Suggest and implement improvements in practices, processes, or project delivery.
• Culture of Innovation: Drive multi-stakeholder solutions that foster creativity, innovation, and collaboration.
• Engineering Solutions Design: Design engineering solutions and validation processes that meet organizational and regulatory standards.
• Engineering Standards Specification: Draft and evaluate engineering standards and specifications to ensure work quality.
• Knowledge Management: Capture and share best practices and lessons learned across projects.
• Professional Supervision: Mentor and guide junior team members to support professional development.
• Project Management: Manage projects, including budgets, timelines, deliverables, and portfolios.
• Feasibility Studies: Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses to support process or project decisions.
• Health, Safety, and Environment: Monitor HSE performance and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Client & Customer Management (External): Maintain and support key client relationships and regulatory engagement.
• Communicate effectively and produce high-quality reports.
• Take initiative and work collaboratively as a self-starter

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (or related field) required
• Current PE, or the ability to obtain registration within 6 months

Experience

• General Experience: Wide and deep experience providing expert competence (Over 10 years to 15 years)
• Managerial Experience: Experience of supervising and directing people and other resources to achieve specific end results within limited timeframes (13 months to 3 years)

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Salary: $124,080.00 - $206,800.00, varies based on location and experience

Benefits: 

• 401K - Employees are eligible to participate on the first day of the month following 3 months of service
• Paid time off – Our PTO benefit is designed to provide eligible employees with a period of rest and relaxation, sick, and personal time throughout the year. PTO starts at 16 days per year and increases with years of service
• Holiday Pay - Holiday pay is provided for eligible employees. GHD observes 9 holidays per year. Holiday pay will be based on the regular set schedule for the employee
• Wellness Benefit- Regular full-term employees are eligible to participate in the wellness reimbursement  program. GHD will reimburse 50% of the cost of the following to maximum of $250.00 reimbursement annually for such items as: Health club membership fees, Home exercise equipment purchases, Bicycles, Race, run & marathon entrance fees, Smoking cessation programs, Weight loss programs (i.e.—Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig), Fitbits and Fitness Tracking devices

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex (including same sex); sexual orientation; gender identity; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability or handicap; citizenship status; service member status; or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.