Environmental Engineer or Scientist - Emergency Response

GHD; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

GHD is seeking an Environmental Engineer/Scientist – Emergency Response to join our Edmonton or Calgary offices. You will conduct scientific testing, assist in emergency response planning, and support project delivery across North America in a collaborative matrix environment.

Ideal candidates hold a B.Sc. in relevant field, have 2-3 years' experience (co-op welcome), and are prepared for field work 70% of the time with hybrid work options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree required in Environmental, Civil, Geological, Chemical or equivalent.
• 2-3 years of experience required; co-op considered a benefit.
• Willingness to travel and work in remote locations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in emergency response planning and drills.
• Prepare proposals, work plans, and regulatory submissions.
• Conduct field sampling, monitoring, and reporting.
• Coordinate with client teams and contractors to deliver urgent tasks.

Skills

Field work

Report writing

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Education

B.Sc. (Environmental/Civil/Geological/Chemical)

Job description

Environmental Engineer or Scientist - Emergency Response

Edmonton, AB, Canada and 1 more

Job Description

GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.

The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come

Who are we looking for?

We’re excited to welcome new talent to our Environmental Group as an Environmental Engineer/Scientist – Emergency Response. In this role, you’ll be part of an energetic and dynamic team, working on a variety of exciting projects across North America. Your contributions will matter as you conduct scientific testing, investigative work, guide clients, and help manage projects and make an impact every day alongside skilled professionals in a collaborative matrix environment.

Our experienced professionals are here to guide and support you, ensuring your growth is important to us. You'll have the opportunity to specialize in environmental fields, pursue leadership roles, and advance your expertise while working with people who value your input. The role can be based out of our Edmonton or Calgary, AB offices.

We look forward to seeing how you can contribute and thrive within our team!

• Spills may include train derailments, pipeline releases, trucking accidents, chemical spills, etc.
• Assist in preparing emergency response plans, participate in emergency exercises, and provision of training to clients, etc.
• Work with various business groups within the region to accomplish urgent client deliverables and tasks
• Responsible for contractor oversight tasks including containment/confinement of spills, drilling, monitoring well installation, soil excavation, product removal, stream rehabilitation, site restoration, etc.
• Conduct water level monitoring, groundwater sampling, surface water sampling, and soil sampling

Report Writing:

• Assist with preparation of proposals, work plans, reports, and regulatory submissions on behalf of clients
• Create progress updates and draft reports to be reviewed by supervisor or project manager
• Process, analyze, and present data for review by project manager
• Assist in the preparation of project related memorandums and reports

Desired Mindset:

• Eager to invest time and energy into exciting projects in return for accelerated career growth and development.
• Volunteer for opportunities to participate and learn as much as possible predominantly through project based learning
• Open to travel and outdoors work in remote areas

What you will bring to the team:

• B.Sc. (Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental, Civil, Geological, Chemical or equivalent)
• 2 - 3 years of experience required, co-op experience would be considered a benefit
• Flexible work schedule, ability to work weekends, holidays and nights when required
• Previous experience working in a consulting environment would be an asset
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle
• High level of attention to detail, analytical skills along with time management skills to be able to meet deadlines
• Field work will require working long hours, working in inclement weather conditions, and lifting up to 50 lbs, when required
• This position will be roughly 70% field and 30% office, with the option to work from home in our hybrid model.

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Our Hybrid Work Model: Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

Salary range will be determined by skills, experience and location.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruiting is just getting started and may be used sometime during the process to improve efficiency and fairness. Your application may be reviewed by both AI and our hiring team. While AI supports some steps through the process, all final resume screening and hiring decisions are made by humans.

As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.

Job Info

• Job Identification 28235
• Job Category Engineering
• Locations 10250 101 Street NW Suite 640, Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 3P4, CA