Lead Environmental Scientist, Geologist, or Engineer

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 has an opportunity for aTechnical Director/Senior Project Managerto 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.

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:

Manager of multiple Front-Line Managers in the field of Environmental Health.

Responsibilities

Health Safety and Environment (HSE)

• Monitor and review performance against HSE KPIs and patterns of behavior; take action to improve performance and resolve noncompliance.
• Promote a behavior-based safety culture and participate in continuous improvement including occasional after-hours emergency response.
• A commitment to safe work practices is expected from all team members.

Project Management

• Manage a portfolio of environmental investigation and remediation projects while reporting to senior colleagues.
• Provide technical project management and direction ensuring projects are delivered safely within scope schedule and budget.
• Lead proposal development and contract negotiation to win targeted pursuits that leverage GHDs capabilities and value proposition.
• Proven experience managing multiple projects and delivering high-quality results is required.

Client & Customer Management (External)

• Maintain high external profile through client engagement industry membership and continual networking.
• Support key client relationships ensuring satisfaction and effective communication of technical information.
• Assist senior colleagues in managing important client relationships and oversee relationships with transactional clients.

Organizational & Personal Capability Building

• Act as a subject matter expert in environmental investigations and remediation mentoring high-functioning teams.
• Maintain external accreditations and stay current on U.S. EPA and state environmental regulations (with emphasis on Michigan) as well as industry best practices.
• Provide informal training or coaching to colleagues to build organizational capability.
• Participate in communities of practice to share expertise and develop innovative approaches.

Community of Practice Management

• Engage in active participation to develop personal expertise and promote knowledge-sharing within the team.

Analysis of As Is and To Be / Solutions Analysis

• Apply complex problem-solving skills to environmental investigations and remediation strategies.
• Identify and evaluate technical and regulatory solutions to meet client compliance needs.
• Conduct hydrogeologic assessment and site characterization for soil soil vapor indoor air and groundwater.

Environmental Risk Management & Environmental Impact Assessment

• Oversee environmental risk management processes to minimize detrimental impacts.
• Coordinate elements of environmental impact assessments ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Request for Bid Solicitation/Proposal/Tender Response

• Gather information and resources draft proposals and fulfill all requirements to maximize success in bid solicitations RFPs and tenders.

Education

• Bachelors and/or advanced degree in Applied Science (Engineering Geology or Science)
• Maintain professional designations or licenses (Engineer Geologist etc.) where applicable
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification
• Valid drivers license

Experience

• Minimum 15 years of experience in contaminated site investigation and remediation
• Experience leading and mentoring teams specializing in data analysis and remediation of contaminated sites
• Proven experience preparing regulatory work plans and reports for investigation remediation and closure
• Proven project and client management skills including supervising and directing people and resources to achieve results

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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 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.