Senior Environmental Scientist

Theres no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment and were committed to helping you do exactly that!

Who are we looking for

GHD is looking for a Senior Environmental Scientist to work with our Contaminated Assessment Remediation (CAR) group as a CAR professional based in our Farmington Hills MI office. If you are a self-motivated professional with excellent technical skills 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.

Were 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 youll 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:

Coordinate and conduct and review Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESA) and environmental compliance assessments field assessments of environmental issues to ensure operational activities are consistent with the needs of the organization and requirements of governmental regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities

• Data Collection and Analysis:Conduct research using primary data sources and select information needed for the analysis of key themes and trends.
• 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.
• 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.
• Environmental Impact Assessment:Coordinate and deliver environmental impact assessment projects maintaining accuracy and adherence to project timelines.
• Solutions Analysis:Analyze specific problems and issues to find the best solutions. Solutions could be technical or professional in nature.
• Project Management:Deliver small- or medium-scale projects while working within an established program management plan.
• Insights and Reporting:Prepare and coordinate the completion of various data and analytics reports.
• Environmental Risk Management:Oversee the environmental risk management processes ensuring the organizations operations have minimal detrimental impact on the environment.
• 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.
• Coordinating and simultaneously managing multiple tasks while maintaining a high degree of attention to detail in a consulting environment
• Conduct and review ASTM Phase I ESAs and compliance assessments.
• Ability to travel which will include overnight travel.

Education

• Bachelors Degree or Equivalent Level

Experience

• 10 years experience in environmental consulting including Phase I ESAs and compliance assessments. Minimum 5 years managing projects.
• Professional designation or inspection certifications are a plus.
• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification a plus.
• Extensive working knowledge of Michigan environmental regulations

Why GHD:

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.

Benefits:

• 401K - Employees are eligible to participate on the first day of the month following 3 months of service
• Paid time off Our PTO benefit is designed to provide eligible employees with a period of rest and relaxation sick and personal time throughout the year. PTO starts at 16 days per year and increases with years of service
• Holiday Pay - Holiday pay is provided for eligible employees. GHD observes 9 holidays per year. Holiday pay will be based on the regular set schedule for the employee
• Wellness Benefit- Regular full-term employees are eligible to participate in the wellness reimbursement program. GHD will reimburse 50% of the cost of the following to maximum of $250.00 reimbursement annually for such items as: Health club membership fees Home exercise equipment purchases Bicycles Race run & marathon entrance fees Smoking cessation programs Weight loss programs ( Watchers Jenny Craig) Fitbits and Fitness Tracking devices

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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 creed religion national origin citizenship color sex sexual orientation gender identity age disability marital status or veteran status.