Senior Environmental Project Manager

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

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Become part of our global network of skilled engineers scientists planners and environmental specialists all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

GHD is seeking a seniorEngineer/Geologistto work as a Project Manager with ourContaminated Assessment Remediation (CAR)group.

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Were seeking the curious those who are stimulated by fresh thinking and a desire to shape our communities in new positive ways.

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Manage projects for the purpose of identifying abating or eliminating sources of pollutants or hazards that affect either the environment or the health of the population. Using knowledge of various scientific disciplines collect synthesize study report and recommend action based on data derived from measurements or observations of air food soil water and other sources. Drive projects to regulatory closure.

Responsibilities

Project Management

• Success in this role includes both structured project discipline and thoughtful problem-solving.
• Lead environmental projects ensuring client communication scope schedule and budget objectives are achieved.
• Track and maintain detailed liability estimates and related documentation in accordance with strict client requirements.
• Prepare technical reports specifications and cost estimates.
• Review and coordinate input from multidisciplinary teams to ensure high quality and consistency across deliverables.
• Drive projects to regulatory closure in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.EH1

Client & Customer Management (External)

• Communicate and collaborate early often and effectively with clients contractors regulatory agencies peers and other stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Understand client drivers expectations feelings and needs in order to provide responsive communication and deliver high-quality technical service.
• Consult with senior and junior colleagues to prepare proposals presentations and client engagement initiatives.
• Present option-based recommendations to support proactive and innovative consulting.

Insights and Reporting

• Prepare clear concise and technically sound reports correspondence and regulatory submittals.
• Support development of proposals technical scopes and client deliverables.
• Ensure deliverables undergo structured QA/QC consistent with GHD and client technical writing review expectations.

Solutions Analysis

• Evaluate and present remedial alternatives and conceptual site models with quantified lifecycle cost impacts and risk implications to address contaminants such as VOCs SVOCs metals petroleum and PFAS.
• Consult with GHDs world class technical subject matter experts.
• Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to develop sound data-driven recommendations.
• Identify risks early and provide decision-ready options.
• Identify options that drive cost efficiency sustainability and innovation.

Contaminated Site Assessment

• Lead teams that conduct environmental site assessments remedial investigations and compliance evaluations.
• Assess environmental risks and impacts related to site conditions and recommend practical mitigation measures.
• Incorporate GHD and client administrative practices into assessment plans.
• Coordinate across stakeholder and internal support groups to ensure effective collaboration during project transition phases from emergency response to contaminated site assessment and remediation.

Environmental Risk Management

• Identify assess and manage environmental risks and costs associated with contaminated sites infrastructure systems and remediation operations.
• Understand design and operation of environmental containment and treatment systems such as landfills barrier walls and pumping systems.

Health Safety and Environment

• Follow all organizational and client HSE policies and procedures and contribute to a proactive culture of continuous improvement.
• Proactively identify and mitigate potential risks to the environment and personal well-being in the workplace.

Personal Capability Building

• Develop professional capabilities through training mentoring and ongoing education.
• Maintain understanding of evolving environmental regulations remedial technologies and industry best practices.
• Pursue and maintain external professional accreditation where relevant (e.g. Professional Geologist Engineer or Scientist).

Sampling and Testing
Manage Teams that:

• Conduct sampling and field investigations using appropriate scientific and safety methods.
• Coordinate laboratory testing and ensure quality assurance/quality control protocols are followed.
• Prepare field documentation work plans and data summary reports.
• Coordinate field documentation and lab work to meet GHD and client documentation requirements.

Bid Solicitation / Request for Proposal / Tender Preparation

• Contribute to the preparation of proposals cost estimates and related project documentation following GHD and client procedures.

Community of Practice Management

• Engage actively within GHDs environmental community of practice to share knowledge and strengthen technical expertise.

Education

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Geology Environmental Science Engineering or related discipline.
• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification required.

Experience

• 510+ years of experience including contaminated site investigations and remediation data interpretation and technical reporting including complex project sites with expertise in regulatory strategies and client engagement.
• Class I railroad experience including compliance with federal/state environmental regulations and permitting processes preferred
• E-Railsafe certification preferred
• Professional Geologist or Professional Engineer license a plus.
• Experience preparing regulatory work plans and reports for investigation remediation closure and post-closure monitoring.
• Working knowledge of remedial technologies hydrogeologic analysis and environmental containment and treatment systems.
• Experience using portfolio systems (e.g. ENFOS or similar) lifecycle cost estimating and complex PO/budget controls.
• Demonstrated history of errorfree technical writing and QA/QC oversight.
• Experience managing multiple tasks in a consulting environment with attention to quality and client service.

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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

Salary Range: $98805.00 - $164588.00 based on experience and location.

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.