Lead Environmental Scientist, Geologist, or Engineer

GHD•Farmington Hills, MI

56d

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! Who are we looking for? GHD has an opportunity for a Technical Director/Senior Project Manager to 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. We're 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, you'll 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.

Requirements

Bachelor's 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 driver's license
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

Responsibilities

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.
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 GHD's capabilities and value proposition.
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.
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.
Engage in active participation to develop personal expertise and promote knowledge-sharing within the team.
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.
Oversee environmental risk management processes to minimize detrimental impacts.
Coordinate elements of environmental impact assessments, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Gather information and resources, draft proposals, and fulfill all requirements to maximize success in bid solicitations, RFPs, and tenders.