Senior Hydrogeologist
GHD

Job Info

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Job Description

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!

Who are we looking for?

GHD has an opportunity for a Senior Hydrogeologist to join our growing Midwest Contaminated Assessment Remediation (CAR) Group based in any of our Midwest Offices with the flexibility of a hybrid (office/remote) work environment. If you are a self-motivated professional with excellent technical skills, federal/state/local environmental regulatory knowledge, and existing relationships with clients, prospects, and regulators then this is a great opportunity to explore!

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

We're seeking 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. 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.

Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world, we live in.

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

• Lead complex problem solving as it relates to environmental investigations and remediations providing high-quality results and solutions to our clients' projects and challenges.
• Maintain a high external profile through membership/attendance in industry organizations and continually growing a contact base
• Maintain high internal profile through CAR project pursuits, wins, and delivery
• Lead proposal development and contract negotiation to win targeted pursuits, which leverage GHD's capabilities and value proposition
• Technical project management and direction while maintaining client satisfaction and ensuring projects are delivered safely and within scope, schedule, and budget

What you will bring to the team:

• Experience working with and mentoring a high-functioning team specializing in hydrogeologic analysis, facies model and stratigraphy sequencing, and conceptual site model development as they related to investigation and remediation of contaminated sites
• Solid understanding of U.S. EPA regulations, State environmental regulations for various Midwestern states, and other standards/regulations affecting industry
• Experience with preparing regulatory work plans and reports for investigation, remediation, and closure; working knowledge of methods and procedures for site characterization, hydrogeologic analysis and remediation of contaminants in soil, soil vapor, indoor air; and groundwater understanding of multimedia remedial technologies for addressing a variety of contaminants.
• Proven experience managing and delivering complex projects and deep understanding of industry standards
• A focus on development of efficient technical and regulatory strategies and solutions that address our clients' specific compliance needs and challenges
• Experience with aquifer test data analysis and contaminant migration analysis. Understanding of groundwater flow modeling and other Advanced Site Characterization tools
• Ability to oversee and review work carried out by other geoscientists and environmental technologists and provide constructive feedback
• Knowledge and skills to provide hydrogeologic advice to external and internal clients
• A commitment to behavior based safety

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's and/or advanced degree in applied science (Geology, Earth Science, or Engineering) with an emphasis in hydrogeology
• Minimum 15 years of experience in contaminated site investigation and remediation
• Professional Designation/License (Engineer, Geologist, etc.)
• OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER certification
• Strong understanding and demonstrated field experience in site characterization and remediation, aquifer testing, drilling, and soil, soil vapor, sediment, and groundwater sampling protocols
• Proven project and client management skills
• Excellent English writing and verbal communication is required to effectively express technical information
• Valid driver's license
• Able to travel to project sites for short durations (including overnight travel) throughout the Midwest region.

Why GHD:

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.

We offer a professional, yet welcoming, culture based on our core values of Teamwork, Respect, Safety, and Integrity.

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, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status.

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