Environmental Engineer/Scientist/Geologist

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 Mid-Level Environmental Scientist/Geologist in a Project Management role, with a specialization in contaminated sites to support our Mid-Continent team! 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 Region (TX, OK, LA, CO, AR, WY, and MT) and the US. We are a cohesive team inspired by providing an exceptional client experience while remaining focused on our collective and individual career progression.

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

• Engineering Solutions Design: Contribute to the design of engineering solutions; design the feasibility testing approach and supervise its implementation to support the development and validation of engineering solutions.

• Health, Safety, and Environment: Follow the organization's health, safety, and environment (HSE) policies, procedures, and mandatory instructions to identify and mitigate environmental risks and risks to the well-being of self and others in the workplace. Identify patterns of risky behavior within the team and take appropriate action to resolve them, escalating serious issues as appropriate.

• Waste Management: Lead waste projects or supervise area of the organization, ensuring adherence to regulations and effective reduction, segregation, and disposal of waste.

• Technical Troubleshooting: Support technical troubleshooting efforts, aiding in the quick and accurate identification, analysis, and resolution of technical issues with equipment and experiments.

• Technical Developments Recommendation: Research and suggest technical developments to improve the quality of the website/portal/software and supporting infrastructure to better meet users’ needs.

• Engineering Drawings: Create engineering drawings to support the communication, evaluation, and implementation of engineering solutions.

• Data Collection and Analysis: Collate and analyze data using preset tools, methods, and formats. Involves working independently.

• Project Management: Work within an established project management plan to achieve specific goals.

• Testing: Use product specifications to design test procedures and standards.

• Research: Carry out a range of research activities either to support others or to fulfill the requirements of the role.

• Personal Capability Building: Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation, where relevant, to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.

• Client & Customer Management (External): Help senior colleagues manage client and customer relationships by using relevant sales or client systems.

• Understanding US environmental regulations.

•Experience in the technical delivery of investigations, designs including drawings and specifications, and construction support for environmental remediation projects. 

Education

• • Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science or related degree

Experience

• General Experience: Experienced practitioner able to work unsupervised (13 months to 3 years)

• Managerial Experience: Basic experience of coordinating the work of others (4 to 6 months)

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.

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