Senior Environmental Engineer or Scientist

GHD

Farmington Hills, MI, United StatesFull-timePosted 15h ago

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Senior Environmental Engineer/Geologist/Environmental Scientist

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!

Who are we looking for?

GHD has an opportunity for a Technical Director/Senior Project Manager to join our growing Contaminated Assessment Remediation (CAR) Group based in our Farmington Hills, Michigan office. If you are a self-motivated professional with extensive investigation and remediation experience, federal/state/local environmental regulatory knowledge, and existing relationships with clients, prospects, and regulators then this is a great opportunity to explore!

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.

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.

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

  • Complex problem solving as it relates to environmental investigations and remediation providing high-quality results and solutions to our clients’ projects and challenges.

  • Maintain a high external profile through membership/attendance in industry organizations and continually growing a contact base

  • Maintain high internal profile through CAR project pursuits, wins, and delivery

  • Lead proposal development and contract negotiation to win targeted pursuits, which leverage GHD’s capabilities and value proposition

  • Technical project management and direction while maintaining client satisfaction and ensuring projects are delivered safely and within scope, schedule, and budget


What you will bring to the team:

  • A commitment to behavior-based safety

  • Experience working and mentoring a high-functioning team specializing in the investigation, data analysis and remediation of contaminated sites

  • Thorough understanding of U.S. EPA regulations, State environmental regulations, with emphasis on the State of Michigan, and other standards/regulations affecting the environmental consulting industry

  • Proven experience with preparing regulatory work plans and reports for investigation, remediation, and closure

  • Comprehensive expertise in site characterization techniques, hydrogeologic assessment, and remediation strategies for contaminants present in soil, soil vapor, indoor air, and groundwater.

  • Understanding of multimedia remedial technologies for addressing a variety of contaminants.

  • Proven experience managing and delivering on multiple projects and deep understanding of industry standards

  • Ability to develop efficient technical and regulatory strategies and solutions that address our clients' specific compliance needs and challenges

  • Ability to oversee and review work carried out by other environmental professionals and provide constructive feedback

  • Ability to travel for short durations which will include overnight travel


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s and/or Advanced degree in Applied Science (Engineering, Geology, or Science) 

  • Minimum 10 years of experience in contaminated site investigation and remediation

  • Professional Designation/License (Engineer, Geologist, etc.) preferred

  • OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER certification

  • Proven project and client management skills

  • Excellent English writing and verbal communication is required to effectively express technical information

  • Valid driver's license 


Why GHD:

Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges - with everyone at GHD backing you every step of the way.

We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.

See where your commitment could take you with GHD.

We offer a professional, yet welcoming, culture based on our core values of Teamwork, Respect, Safety, and Integrity.

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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