Senior Environmental Project Manager

GHD • St. Paul, MN

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About The Position

GHD is seeking a senior Engineer/Geologist to work as a Project Manager with our Contaminated Assessment Remediation (CAR) group. 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. 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Engineering or related discipline.
• OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER certification required.
• 5–10+ 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
• 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 error‑free technical writing and QA/QC oversight.
• Experience managing multiple tasks in a consulting environment with attention to quality and client service.

Nice To Haves

• E-Railsafe certification preferred
• Professional Geologist or Professional Engineer license a plus.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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 GHD’s 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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).
• 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.
• Contribute to the preparation of proposals, cost estimates, and related project documentation following GHD and client procedures.
• Engage actively within GHD’s environmental community of practice to share knowledge and strengthen technical expertise.

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 (i.e.—Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig), Fitbits and Fitness Tracking devices

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior