Environmental Scientist

GHD Group Pty Ltd•Novi, MI

101d

About The Position

There’s no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we’re 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. GHD has an opportunity for a mid-level Environmental Engineer/Geologist/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! Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in: Using knowledge of various engineering and scientific disciplines, you may collect, synthesize, study, report, and recommend action based on data derived from measurements or observations of air, soil, water, waste and other sources. Work may include regulatory interpretation, site investigation, site remediation, environmental compliance and/or waste treatment/management. Conduct research or perform investigation 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, may collect, synthesize, study, report, and recommend action based on data derived from measurements or observations of air, food, soil, water, and other sources.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering, Geology, or related Applied Science (Master’s preferred)
Maintain certifications such as OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER, professional licensure (PE/PG) where applicable, and a valid driver’s license
5–10 years of environmental consulting experience, including field work, data evaluation, and report preparation
Experience managing multiple tasks with attention to detail in a consulting environment

Nice To Haves

Experience preparing regulatory work plans and closure documentation preferred
Experience supervising or mentoring junior staff is a plus

Responsibilities

Data Collection and Analysis
Collate, analyze, and interpret environmental data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Conduct research and compile technical inputs for reports, work plans, and closure documentation.
Personal Capability Building
Maintain relevant certifications (e.g., HAZWOPER 40-hour) and pursue continuing professional development.
Stay current with environmental regulations, remedial technologies, and industry best practices.
Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE)
Follow HSE policies and promote a proactive, behavior-based safety culture.
Participate in continuous improvement and occasional after-hours environmental emergency response.
Client & Customer Management (External)
Support client engagement, interacting with internal teams, clients, contractors, and regulators.
Assist senior colleagues in managing key accounts.
Sampling and Testing
Conduct field sampling and monitoring across media in line with established procedures.
Oversee operation and maintenance of remedial systems where applicable.
Project Management
Provide technical and project management support, balancing scope, schedule, and budget.
Prepare proposals, cost estimates, work plans, and specifications.
Environmental Impact Assessment & Solutions Analysis
Deliver environmental assessments and remedial recommendations.
Apply critical thinking to problem-solving, remediation design, and economic decision making.
Insights and Reporting
Prepare technical correspondence, regulatory reports, and client deliverables.
Bid Solicitation / Community of Practice / Risk Management
Contribute to proposals and RFP/RFT responses.
Participate in internal communities of practice to share expertise.
Support identification, assessment, and mitigation of environmental risks.