Environmental Team Leader - Assessment & Remediation

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.

See where your commitment could take you.

Theres no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment and were 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 an opportunity for aTeam Leader / Technical Directorto join our growing Central Region Contaminated Assessment Remediation (CAR) Group based in ourLake Charles Louisianna office with the flexibility of a hybrid (office/remote) work environment. If you are a self-motivated professional with excellent technical skills federal/state/local environmental regulatory knowledge team building skills and existing relationships with clients prospects and regulators then this is a great opportunity to explore!

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

• Client & Customer Management (External): Manage important client relationships with guidance from senior colleagues or oversee relationship management with a group of more transactional clients and customers.
• Solutions Analysis: Analyze specific problems and issues to find the best solutions. Solutions could be technical or professional in nature.
• Simulation and Modeling: Coordinate a complex process to conduct comprehensive simulations or modeling testing the performance of different solutions.
• Insights and Reporting: Prepare and coordinate the completion of various data and analytics reports.
• Request for Bid Solicitation/Proposal/Tender Response: Gather information and resources draft and complete proposals and fulfill all process requirements (in terms of deadlines documentation etc.) in response to bid solicitations request for proposal and request for tender to create the best chance of being awarded the contract.
• Project Management: Deliver small- or medium-scale projects while working within an established program management plan.
• Community of Practice Management: Participate in and contribute to a community of practice in a defined area of expertise or consulting to build own capability and develop innovative practice among colleagues.
• Health Safety and Environment: Monitor and review performance against health safety and environment (HSE) key performance indicators (KPIs) and patterns of behavior within the area of responsibility. Take action to improve performance and to resolve noncompliance with the organizations HSE policies procedures and mandatory instructions.
• 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 in-depth understanding of technology external regulation and industry best practices through ongoing education attending conferences and reading specialist media.
• Analysis of As Is and To Be: Document as is and to be processes and describe the changes required to migrate to the to be capability to record accurately the change required.
• OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER certification
• Solid understanding and working knowledge of Louisianas regulatory environment a plus.
• Solid understanding of U.S. EPA regulations State environmental regulations for various states and other standards/regulations affecting the regulated community
• Experience with preparing regulatory work plans and reports for investigation remediation and closure; working knowledge of methods and procedures for site characterization hydrogeologic analysis and remediation of contaminants in soil soil vapor indoor air; and groundwater understanding of multimedia remedial technologies for addressing a variety of contaminants.
• Proven experience managing and delivering complex projects and deep understanding of industry standards
• Development of efficient technical and regulatory strategies and solutions that address our clients specific needs and challenges
• Ability to travel for short durations which will include overnight travel

Education

• Bachelors and/or Advanced degree in Applied Science (Engineering Geology or Science)

Experience

• General Experience: Substantial general work experience together with comprehensive job related experience in own area of expertise to fully competent level. (Over 6 years to 10 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)
• Minimum 10 years of experience in contaminated site investigation and remediation
• Experience building and leading a high-functioning team specializing in contaminated sites investigation and remediation

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Well give you control over your career empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.

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