Senior Environmental Project Manager

Job Description

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, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it. 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.

• 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.

• 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,…