Mid-Senior Geologist​/Hydrogeologist

Overview

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 Mid-Level to Senior Geologist/Hydrogeologist to join our growing Contaminated Assessment and Remediation (CAR)
Group based in any of our St. Paul 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!

In an ever-changing world, it requires creativity and innovation to stay ahead.

We’re seeking 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. 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.

Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you:

Conduct research or perform evaluations of a geological or hydrogeological nature. Create technical reports to inform proposals, budgets, support environmental impact assessments and regulatory compliance for civil infrastructure projects or projects to address environmental challenges. Using knowledge of various scientific disciplines, may collect, synthesize, study, report, and recommend action based on data derived from measurements or observations of soil, water, and other sources.

• Valid driver's license required
• Must be able to travel to project sites for short durations (including overnight travel) throughout the region.
• Professional Designation/License preferred
• OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER certification preferred

• 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.
• A commitment to safe work practices is expected from all team members.

• 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.
• Proven experience managing multiple projects and delivering high-quality results is required.

• Maintain high external profile through client engagement 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 Minnesota), 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…