Project Director, Contamination Assessment & Remediation

Theres no pledge more important than the one we make toprotecting our environmentand at GHD we are committed to helping you do exactly that.

Become part of our global network of skilled engineers scientists auditors planners and environmental specialists all working together to help our clients manage their environmental liability risks maintain regulatory compliance and continue to protect human and ecological health.

Who are we looking for

We are seeking an experienced Project Director to join our Contamination Assessment and Remediation (CAR) team in Vancouver BC. This role will lead multidisciplinary environmental projects applying engineering solutions across waste treatment site remediation and pollution control to prevent manage and remediate environmental risks. The successful candidate will also build strong client relationships and support sustainable regional growth.

Our Hybrid Work Model:

Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model involving a combination of in-office collaboration and the flexibility of working remotely. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute connect and excel in our vibrant from home occasionally to allow convenience and enhance time when needed.

In an ever-changing world it requires creativity and innovation to stay ahead.

As part of a diverse global team you will be work on complex and rewarding contaminated site related projects and have opportunity to be at the forefront of driving technological advancements in the industry.

See what the power of commitment can do for you.

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

Contaminated Sites Leadership & Delivery

• Provide technical and strategic leadership across complex contaminated site portfolios (Phase I/II ESAs RAPs risk assessment remediation design and long-term management) ensuring regulatory-compliant closure
• Act as accountable technical authority leading or enabling multidisciplinary teams to deliver defensible cost-effective and innovative risk-based solutions aligned with provincial and federal frameworks

Project & Portfolio Management

• Lead portfolios of provincially and federally regulated projects from proposal through execution and close-out ensuring scope schedule budget risk and quality performance
• Partner with the Business Group Leader on business planning resourcing workload forecasting and revenue performance (DCC/federal procurement experience is an asset)

Technical Excellence & Advisory

• Champion technical quality continuous improvement and innovative remediation approaches aligned with evolving regulations and best practices
• Serve as a trusted technical advisor to clients regulators and internal stakeholders

Client & Market Leadership

• Build and grow key client relationships across federal industrial and public sectors driving client satisfaction repeat business and strategic growth
• Represent the organization in industry forums professional associations and regulatory engagements

People Leadership & Development

• Mentor supervise and develop multidisciplinary teams fostering career progression knowledge sharing and succession planning
• Build inclusive high-performing teams with clear expectations and strong technical discipline

Health Safety Quality Environment & Culture

• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with HSQE standards proactively addressing performance trends and non-compliance
• Drive a collaborative innovative culture that enhances technical outcomes client experience and operational efficiency

What you will bring to the team:

Bachelors degree in Environmental Science Engineering or related discipline; professional registration in BC (e.g. . . .)

10 years experience leading contaminated sites assessment and remediation projects with senior technical accountability

Proven track record managing complex projects/portfolios and maintaining strong client relationships as a trusted advisor

In-depth knowledge of BC and federal contaminated sites regulations guidance and approval processes

Strong leadership capability including mentoring supervising and developing multidisciplinary teams

Advanced proposal development technical reporting and writing skills with a client-focused commercial mindset

Ability to balance technical excellence with delivery efficiency and business awareness

Highly organized self-directed leader with strong decision-making and time management skills

Confident communicator able to engage effectively with clients regulators and internal stakeholders

Demonstrated commitment to safety quality integrity and continuous improvement

Valid drivers license with ability to support field and client activities as required

Salary range:$110220 - $183700 based on experience.

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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.