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Director, Hazardous Materials and Contaminated Soils

Environmental EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in environmental studies or a related field is required; a graduate degree is an asset.
  • More than 10 years of professional experience, preferably in consulting, is required.
  • A professional engineering designation in Quebec is required.
  • Knowledge of Quebec regulations concerning hazardous materials and contaminated soils, environmental compliance, and/or industrial hygiene is required.
  • Strong written and spoken communication skills in French and English are required.
  • A valid ASP Construction card is required, or the candidate must commit to obtaining one upon hire.
  • The candidate must be able to work in a fast-changing environment, manage multiple tasks and project priorities, meet strict project deadlines and budgets, and travel to client facilities as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical contributions to hazardous-materials and contaminated-soils studies and prepare specifications.
  • Provide technical support for demolition and future-energy projects as needed, and collaborate with GHD professionals on projects and bids in Canada and the United States.
  • Assist the business group director with execution of the business plan, including business development; identify business opportunities and prepare service proposals.
  • Research primary data sources and select information needed to analyze key themes and trends.
  • Act as project director and deliver engineering projects, ensuring technical accuracy and regulatory compliance.
  • Support growth of hazardous-materials and contaminated-soils services in Eastern Canada.
  • Train and mentor junior and intermediate professionals in the group.
  • Collaborate with global technical communities to improve and develop innovative client solutions.
  • Serve as a point of contact for clients and contribute to developing relationships with key clients.
  • Manage relationships with small clients and support senior colleagues managing larger key client relationships.
  • Participate in a community of practice in a defined area of expertise or consulting.
  • Design engineering solutions and validation processes that meet design briefs and organizational or regulatory standards.
  • Monitor health, safety, and environment performance indicators and behavior patterns within the area of responsibility; take action to improve performance and resolve noncompliance with organizational policies, procedures, and mandatory instructions.
  • Develop personal capabilities through assessment, development planning, training, and coaching; maintain relevant external professional accreditation and keep current with technology, regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, conferences, and specialist media.
  • Deliver small- or medium-scale projects within an established program management plan.
  • Gather information and resources, draft and complete proposals, and fulfill bid, request-for-proposal, and tender process requirements, including deadlines and documentation.
  • Achieve assigned goals within a research program using established research systems.
  • Manage technical troubleshooting projects, diagnose technical issues involving equipment and experiments, and develop solutions.
  • Manage assigned segments of waste management, including waste reduction programs, segregation, compliance, storage, transport, and disposal.

Desired Qualifications

  • A graduate degree is an asset.
  • Professional experience in consulting is preferred.

About the Company

GHD

Premium hair styling tools for professionals

ghd, a brand under Coty, makes premium hair styling tools for professional and home use, including straighteners, hair dryers, and curling irons. The devices are designed to deliver salon-quality results and rely on premium build and performance across its product lines. ghd sells through multiple channels, such as its own website, luxury retailers like Nordstrom, and online platforms like Amazon, creating a direct-to-consumer and luxury retail presence. Unlike many brands, it focuses on a niche of high-performance tools with a strong brand reputation, targeting consumers who want professional-grade results. The company aims to grow its market share in beauty by offering reliable, high-quality tools that are familiar to professionals and consumers alike.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$300K
Headquarters
Warrington, United Kingdom
Founded
1927

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