Senior Environmental Scientist or Engineer (Contaminated Sites) – Halifax, St. John’s or Fredericton

Energy Vault; Mount Pearl; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent environmental consultancy seeks a Senior Environmental Scientist or Engineer to join its Atlantic Canada teams. This role involves overseeing environmental assessments and remediation projects while working with a dynamic team committed to sustainability. Candidates should possess extensive consulting experience, strong project management skills, and a degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of environmental consulting experience.
• Knowledge of Provincial and Federal environmental guidelines.
• Site Professional status in Atlantic Canada is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project teams performing complex Phase I to IV Environmental Site Assessments.
• Complete environmental risk assessments and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Manage multiple project assignments and meet strict deadlines.

Skills

Environmental consulting

Project management

Technical writing

Communication

Bilingual (French and English)

Regulatory compliance

Attention to detail

Education

Undergraduate or Graduate degree in Science or Engineering

Job description

Description

Senior Environmental Scientist or Engineer (Contaminated Sites) – Halifax, St. John’s or Fredericton

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

Who are we looking for?

We are currently looking for a Senior Environmental Scientist or Engineer to join our Contaminated Site Assessment and Remediation (CAR) Teams in our Atlantic Canada office locations at St. John’s, NL, Bedford, NS or Fredericton, NB.

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

• Overseeing project teams performing complex Phase I to IV Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs);
• Performing senior review and regulatory compliance oversight;
• Completing of environmental risk assessments;
• Supervising project teams completing field activities including monitoring/sampling, excavation, drilling and remedial activities;
• Overseeing, planning, and designing of environmental sampling and analysis work plans;
• Implementing and enforcing project specific health and safety plans on project sites;
• Procuring services and contract management;
• Completing peer reviews, providing recommendations, and quality control/quality review of technical reports;
• Interacting with clients, contractors, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies;
• Technical report writing and proposal development for submission to provincial and federal regulatory authorities;
• Supporting Project Managers and Business Groups on various environmental and industrial projects;
• Leading internal project teams for multi-media assessments of complex sites;
• Possessing strong project management, coordination and planning skills to meet client timelines and budget;
• Supporting the growth of the environmental practice in Eastern Canada.

What you will bring to the team:

• An undergraduate or Graduate degree in Science or Engineering. P.Eng. or P.Geo. designation considered an asset.
• A minimum of 8 years of environmental consulting experience completing ESAs and remediation projects.
• Knowledge of Provincial and Federal environmental guidelines and regulations.
• A comprehensive understanding and experience with Federal framework and/or FCSAP process would be a great asset.
• Possession of a valid driver's license and access to a personal vehicle;
• Ability to succeed in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments; meeting strict deadlines, and traveling to client facilities as needed.
• Excellent communication, mentoring and technical writing skills.
• Bilingual in French and English are considered an asset.
• Attention to detail. Ability to analyze and synthesize.
• Available to manage, coordinate and/or work on sites throughout Atlantic Canada, or outside the Region, on occasion.
• Site Professional status within Atlantic Canada is considered an asset.

Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges - with everyone at GHD backing you every step of the way.

We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.

See where your commitment could take you with GHD.

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.

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