Graduate Environmental Scientist/Engineer

Graduate Environmental Scientist/Engineer; Southwestern Ontario; Hybrid; CAD 62.000 - 68.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid work model

Zusammenfassung

GHD in Waterloo is looking for a Graduate Environmental Scientist/Engineer (Hydrogeology) to start a career in environmental consulting, working with a team of geoscientists and engineers on groundwater projects, fieldwork, and reports.

The candidate will have a Bachelor's in earth/environmental sciences or engineering, with a Master’s preferred. The role combines in-office collaboration three days per week with field and remote work as project needs dictate.

Qualifikationen

• Degree in Geology, Earth Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sciences, or equivalent from a recognized post-secondary institution.
• Master’s degree in earth/environmental sciences or hydrogeology would be considered an asset.

Aufgaben

• Office Work and Report Writing: data compilation, interpretation and analysis of hydrogeological field data; prepare data tables, logs, figures; draft technical memos and reports; assist with proposals; interpret drawings/plans.
• Field Work: conduct soil, groundwater, and surface water sampling; oversee drilling and well installation; travel within southern Ontario; follow safety requirements.
• Project Coordination: assist with work plans, change orders, sampling plans, health and safety plans; coordinate multidisciplinary resources; assist with budgets and invoicing.

Kenntnisse

Geology

Earth Science

Environmental Engineering

Environmental Sciences

P.Eng/ P.Geo aspiration

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Geology/Earth Science/Environmental Engineering/Environmental Sciences

Master’s degree in earth/environmental sciences or hydrogeology (asset)

Tools

MS Office

Jobbeschreibung

Description

Graduate Environmental Scientist/Engineer (Hydrogeology)

GHD is one of the world’s leading professional services companies operating in the global markets of water, energy and resources, environment, property and buildings, and transportation.

Privately owned by our people, GHD provides engineering, environmental, land development, and construction services to private and public sector clients across five continents. GHD is focused on creating lasting community benefit. Our connected global network of 12,000 people delivers projects with high standards of safety, quality, and ethics. Committed to sustainable development, GHD improves the physical, natural, and social environments of the many communities in which we operate.

Private ownership means that together with our clients we control our own destiny. You now have the opportunity to share in this future as a key member of our team.

Due to continued growth, GHD is currently seeking a Graduate Environmental Engineer/Scientist (Hydrogeology) with strong academic or work background studying groundwater flow systems. This position will be out of our Waterloo Office. Our workplace uses a hybrid model that combines in-office collaboration with flexibility. For this role, we anticipate regular in-office work in Waterloo, generally three days per week, along with field work and remote work where appropriate based on project needs.

This is an excellent opportunity to start a career in environmental consulting and professional services. You will work face to face with a group of industry-leading geoscientists and engineers supporting a diverse range of projects in hydrogeology, land development, and contaminated site assessment in our state-of-the-art Waterloo Office. A strong set of organizational skills and exceptional attention to details are key behaviours that allow our people to deliver high-quality analyses to our clients. Excellent writing and presentation skills are required to effectively express technical information.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in earth/environmental sciences or engineering. A Master’s Degree in earth/environmental sciences or hydrogeology would be considered an asset.

We offer a professional working environment and culture and believe that work / life integration is essential to the success and happiness of our people. We also offer competitive salary packages based on qualifications, skills and experience, as well as the opportunity for direct ownership in a privately held, quality driven and client focused company.

As a multicultural 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.

Responsibilities:

Office Work and Report Writing

• Data compilation, interpretation, and analysis of hydrogeological field and analytical data for technical and environmental reports
• Assist in the preparation of data tables, stratigraphic logs, and figures, as required
• Contribute to the preparation of draft technical memos, reports, and deliverables including but not limited to environmental investigation summary reports, remedial design, design project specifications, annual monitoring reports, operations support, design reports, detailed design, and permitting
• Assisting Project Managers with proposal writing
• Interpret engineering drawings/plans

Field Work

• Conduct soil sampling, groundwater sampling, and surface water sampling
• Responsible for construction oversight tasks including drilling, monitoring well installation, excavation, or other construction projects
• May also be involved with well development, single well response testing, or other field activities
• Travel to various sites throughout southern Ontario will be required.
• Adhere to GHD and client’s safety requirements
• Liaise with subcontractors, client representatives, and/or agencies, as required

Project Coordination

• Assisting Project Managers with the development of work plans, change orders, sampling plans, and health and safety plans associated with environmental investigations
• Assist in the coordination of technical resources and personnel including drafting, database, chemistry, and staff throughout project duration
• Assist with contract administration, as required
• Assist with tracking budgets and preparing invoices, as required

Skills, Competencies & Qualifications

• Degree in Geology, Earth Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sciences, or equivalent from a recognized post-secondary institution
• Master’s degree in earth/environmental sciences or hydrogeology would be considered an asset
• 0-2 years of relevant experience. Previous experience working in environmental consulting or relevant co-ops/internship experience would be considered an asset
• Education sufficient to support a future P.Eng. or P.Geo. designation
• Ability to perform field tasks, including working in inclement weather conditions in remote areas
• Excellent time management, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Self-motivated, able to manage multiple tasks, and meet challenging deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Cooperate and collaborate with other staff, subcontractors, clients, and other stakeholders
• Intermediate knowledge of MS Office is required
• Valid G class driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle preferred.

Salary: Waterloo

Engineering Graduates $67,500.- | Scientist Graduates: $62,000

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruiting is just getting started and may be used 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 hiring decisions are made by humans.

This position is for an existing vacancy.

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