Environmental Scientist

GHD; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD is seeking a mid-to-senior level Environmental Engineer, Geologist, or Scientist in Baton Rouge to coordinate and deliver a wide range of environmental projects. You will manage permitting, analyze data, and engage with clients while mentoring junior staff.

Qualified candidates typically have 10+ years in environmental consulting, PE or PG designation is highly regarded, and willingness to travel for client meetings.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in environmental consulting including environmental remediation and site assessments, report writing, data management & interpretation, project coordination, and managing clients.
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Post‑Graduate (PG) will be highly regarded

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver environmental solutions and projects, including technical correspondence, proposals, reports, work plans, and project specifications.
• Manage permitting activities, interpret regulations, analyze data, and engage with clients; develop business opportunities; mentor junior staff.
• Coordinate and deliver environmental impact assessment projects while maintaining timelines and quality.
• Lead climate adaptation strategies for large-scale projects and geographic locations; focus on sustainability and resilience.

Skills

Environmental field experience

Project management

Client relationship management

Data analysis

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science or related field

Master's degree in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science or related field

Job description

Job Description

At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day. Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in.

We are looking for a mid‑level Environmental Engineer, Geologist, or Scientist to join our Central Region Environmental businesses in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In this role you will coordinate and implement a wide range of environmental solutions and projects, including technical correspondence, project proposals, reports, work plans, and project specifications, while managing permitting activities, interpreting regulations, analyzing data, and directly engaging with clients, developing business opportunities, and mentoring junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Data Collection and Analysis: Conduct research using primary data sources, and select information needed for the analysis of key themes and trends.
• Health, Safety, and Environment: Monitor and review performance against health, safety, and environment (HSE) key performance indicators (KPIs) and patterns of behavior within the area of responsibility. Take action to improve performance and to resolve noncompliance with the organization’s HSE policies, procedures, and mandatory instructions.
• Personal Capability Building: Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation, where relevant, to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an in-depth understanding of technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.
• Client & Customer Management (External): Manage important client relationships with guidance from senior colleagues, or oversee relationship management with a group of more transactional clients and customers.
• Environmental Impact Assessment: Coordinate and deliver environmental impact assessment projects, maintaining accuracy and adherence to project timelines.
• Solutions Analysis: Analyze specific problems and issues to find the best solutions. Solutions could be technical or professional in nature.
• Project Management: Deliver small- or medium-scale projects while working within an established program management plan.
• Insights and Reporting: Prepare and coordinate the completion of various data and analytics reports.
• Environmental Risk Management: Oversee the environmental risk management processes, ensuring the organization’s operations have minimal detrimental impact on the environment.
• Request for Bid Solicitation/Proposal/Tender Response: Gather information and resources, draft and complete proposals, and fulfill all process requirements (in terms of deadlines, documentation, etc.) in response to bid solicitations, request for proposal, and request for tender to create the best chance of being awarded the contract.
• Climate Adaptation Strategy: Lead the development and execution of climate adaptation strategies for multiple large-scale projects or geographic locations, focusing on sustainability and resilience.
• Community of Practice Management: Participate in and contribute to a community of practice in a defined area of expertise or consulting to build own capability and develop innovative practice among colleagues.

Education

• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science or related field
• Professional Engineer (PE) or Post‑Graduate (PG) will be highly regarded

Experience

• 10+ years of experience in environmental consulting including environmental remediation and site assessments, report writing, data management & interpretation, project coordination, and managing clients
• Project experience in federal contracts beneficial
• Experience in coordinating and simultaneously managing multiple tasks while maintaining a high degree of attention to detail in a consulting environment is preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work both within a team and independently
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment
• OSHA 40‑hour HAZWOPER certification a plus
• Ability and willingness to travel to client meetings is required

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 multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.