Technical Director (Hydrogeology)
Technical Director (Hydrogeology)
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Job Description
At GHD we dont just believe in the power of commitment we live and breathe it every day.
Thats why we pledge to empower all of our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.
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
Due to continued growth GHD is currently seeking a Technical Director (Hydrogeology) with experience developing/maintaining client relationships and managing complex interdisciplinary projects to support and grow our business in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). We are open to this individual working from any of our GTA offices (i.e. Whitby Markham Toronto Peterborough or Mississauga).
This is an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise in the environmental sector and to take on an active role in the growth of our business through business/client development technical advisory and staff development/mentorship. As the Technical Director you will work with a dynamic group of geoscientists and engineers supporting a diverse range of projects across a variety of market sectors.
Working with an energetic and high performing team this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:
- Supportingpre-positioning GHD to identify new opportunities in addition to planning developing and leading proposal preparation that focuses on GHDs strengths
- Growing the business through expansion and development of internal and external clients
- Acting as a subject matter expert managing hydrogeological investigations and characterization projects in Ontario and throughout North America
- Directing reviewing and delivering workwith other geoscientists engineers and environmental technologists on projects related to contaminated sites land development municipal planning and infrastructure
- Providing project direction strategy and support related to MECP procedures for land developments including site servicing (i.e. private wells and onsite septic system) as well as Conservation Authority development application requirements
- Providing direction strategy and support with respect to Conservation Authority Low Impact Developments (LIDs) infiltration assessments site water balances (treatment train tool) water balances for the protection of natural features and field investigations to characterize watercourses waterbodies or wetlands
- Leading and reviewing work related to applications for land development infrastructure and other projects for the taking and discharge of groundwater (EASRs/PTTWs) and approvals from regulatory bodies (including but not limited to MECP MNRF DFO Conservation Authorities and municipal requirements including the City of Toronto)
- Mentor junior and intermediate staff to prepare high quality defensible deliverables
What you will bring to the team:
- Minimum 15 years of professional experience with your P. Geo. or
- Qualified Person (QP) as referenced under . 153/04 (an asset)
- Proven business development capabilities in the Ontario market with outstanding client management skills and project execution capabilities
- Bachelors Degree in Earth Science Geology Hydrogeology or related Environmental Sciences Engineering or equivalent discipline
- Masters degree in a related field would be considered an asset
- Working knowledge in geology and hydrogeology investigations contaminant migration analyses impact assessments water supply and source water protection water well pumping tests water well surveys hydraulic testing and septic system evaluations/design
- Excellent written and verbal communication are required to effectively review and edit technical documentation prepared by junior and intermediate team members
- Understanding and experience in well sampling landfill monitoring and underground storage tank removals would be an asset
- Added experience in Contaminant Management Programs would be an asset
- Strong understanding of soil classification; overburden and bedrock drilling methods; and soil sediment and groundwater sampling protocols
- Valid drivers license with the ability to travel to project sites throughout Ontario as required and eligibility for US work visa
- Ability to speak/write in French and Spanish would be an asset
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Take on some of the worlds toughest challenges - with everyone at GHD backing you every step of the way.
Well 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.
As a diverse and inclusive organization we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.
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Director
Employment Type
Full Time
