Environmental Engineer

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Who are we looking for?

The Vancouver, BC office of GHD is growing our team and is looking to add an Environmental Engineer or Scientist to our Contaminated Assessments & Remediation team! We work in several different industries including municipal, infrastructure, waste and landfills, water and wastewater, oil and gas upstream and downstream, pulp and paper mills, pipelines, railway, emergency spill response and energy & resources.

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

We’re seeking curiosity, 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.

See what the power of commitment can do for you.

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

Working with Project Manager and senior staff in all aspects of project work including scope development, scheduling, budgeting, analysis and reporting

Interact with internal and external clients, contractors and service providers

Data compilation, reduction and interpretation

Preparation of technical environmental reports for senior review for annual monitoring and sampling programs, environmental investigation (Stage 1 and 2 Preliminary Site Investigations (PSIs), Detailed Site Investigation (DSIs) and Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)), hydrogeological assessments, remedial works

Assisting with development, coordinating and implementing environmental investigations for Stage 1 and 2 PSIs, DSIs and Phase I and II ESAs

Working with senior staff in developing viable remedial options for contaminated sites and implementing the remedial work plans and hazardous material assessments

Assisting with preparing proposals

Oversight and implementation of field investigations; monitoring and sampling programs, drilling, remediation, hydrogeological assessments for various media including soil, groundwater, surface water, soil vapour and air

Some travel to sites throughout BC and Alberta

Participate in a proactive safety culture of continuous improvement.

Maintain safety training to conduct environmental contaminated sites work

What you will bring to the team:

Relevant Bachelor’s Degree in environmental engineering or earth sciences

A minimum of 3 years of experience in environmental consulting

Engineer or Geoscientist in training (EIT or GIT) designation within BC

Strong understanding and experience of the BC Contaminated Sites Regulation and associated guidance, protocols, etc. is required. Previous work under Canadian Energy Regulator managed sites is an asset.

Excellent English writing and verbal communication is required to effectively express technical information to multiple audiences including subcontractors, field staff, clients, colleagues, etc.

Demonstrated experience conducting field work

Experience managing multiple tasks while maintaining a high degree of attention to detail in a consulting environment is preferred

Must be flexible with project types and responsibilities

Proven project and client management skills are an asset

Must be proficient with Microsoft Office

Valid driver's license (a motor vehicle record check will be performed prior to hire)

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The salary range for this position is $77,550 to $129,250. The posted salary range represents the expected hiring range for GHD locations in its major city centres. Ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At GHD, base salary is determined by your skills, experience, qualifications and work location. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation.

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.

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.