Mid-Senior Geologist/Hydrogeologist

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 Mid-Level to Senior Geologist/Hydrogeologist to join our growing Contaminated Assessment and Remediation (CAR) Group based in any of our St. Paul office. 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:

Conduct research or perform evaluations of a geological or hydrogeological nature. Create technical reports to inform proposals, budgets, support environmental impact assessments and regulatory compliance for civil infrastructure projects or projects to address environmental challenges. Using knowledge of various scientific disciplines, may collect, synthesize, study, report, and recommend action based on data derived from measurements or observations of soil, water, and other sources.

• Valid driver's license required
• Must be able to travel to project sites for short durations (including overnight travel) throughout the region.
• Professional Designation/License preferred
• OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER certification preferred

Responsibilities

Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE)

• Monitor and review performance against HSE KPIs and patterns of behavior; take action to improve performance and resolve noncompliance.
• Promote a behavior-based safety culture and participate in continuous improvement, including occasional after-hours emergency response.
• A commitment to safe work practices is expected from all team members.

Project Management

• Manage a portfolio of environmental investigation and remediation projects while reporting to senior colleagues.
• Provide technical project management and direction, ensuring projects are delivered safely, within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Lead proposal development and contract negotiation to win targeted pursuits that leverage GHD’s capabilities and value proposition.
• Proven experience managing multiple projects and delivering high-quality results is required.

Client & Customer Management (External)

• Maintain high external profile through client engagement and continual networking.
• Support key client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and effective communication of technical information.
• Assist senior colleagues in managing important client relationships and oversee relationships with transactional clients.

Organizational & Personal Capability Building

• Act as a subject matter expert in environmental investigations and remediation, mentoring high-functioning teams.
• Maintain external accreditations and stay current on U.S. EPA and state environmental regulations (with emphasis on Minnesota), as well as industry best practices.
• Provide informal training or coaching to colleagues to build organizational capability.
• Participate in communities of practice to share expertise and develop innovative approaches.

Community of Practice Management

• Engage in active participation to develop personal expertise and promote knowledge-sharing within the team.

Analysis of "As Is" and "To Be" / Solutions Analysis

• Apply complex problem-solving skills to environmental investigations and remediation strategies.
• Identify and evaluate technical and regulatory solutions to meet client compliance needs.
• Conduct hydrogeologic assessment and site characterization for soil, soil vapor, indoor air, and groundwater.

Environmental Risk Management & Environmental Impact Assessment

• Oversee environmental risk management processes to minimize detrimental impacts.
• Coordinate elements of environmental impact assessments, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Request for Bid Solicitation/Proposal/Tender Response

• Gather information and resources, draft proposals, and fulfill all requirements to maximize success in bid solicitations, RFPs, and tenders.

Education

• Bachelor’s and/or advanced degree in applied science (Geology, Earth Science, Hydrogeology) 

Experience

• Minimum 8 years of experience in contaminated site investigation and remediation (drilling techniques, contaminate fate and transport, site characterization, protocols, remediation techniques)
• Managing project teams, project management, mentoring staff

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.

Salary: $63,500.00 - $132,000.00, varies based on location and experience

Benefits: 

• 401K - Employees are eligible to participate on the first day of the month following 3 months of service
• Paid time off – Our PTO benefit is designed to provide eligible employees with a period of rest and relaxation, sick, and personal time throughout the year. PTO starts at 16 days per year and increases with years of service
• Holiday Pay - Holiday pay is provided for eligible employees. GHD observes 9 holidays per year. Holiday pay will be based on the regular set schedule for the employee
• Wellness Benefit- Regular full-term employees are eligible to participate in the wellness reimbursement  program. GHD will reimburse 50% of the cost of the following to maximum of $250.00 reimbursement annually for such items as: Health club membership fees, Home exercise equipment purchases, Bicycles, Race, run & marathon entrance fees, Smoking cessation programs, Weight loss programs (i.e.—Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig), Fitbits and Fitness Tracking devices

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.

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Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges - with GHD supporting 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. Our Pledge to You
At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day. That’s why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.  See where your commitment could take you.
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GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.
The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.