GHD Group

Environmental Scientist

GHD Group$80K — $95K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in environmental science, engineering, or related discipline
  • 3 to 7 years of experience in contaminated site assessments, remediation, and reclamation
  • Registration with a professional designation in Alberta (e.g., P.Eng or P.Geo) is an asset
  • Knowledge of provincial and federal regulations for contaminated sites in Alberta
  • Expertise in field assessments, technical reporting, and project management

Responsibilities

  • Plan and execute engineering and scientific solutions for site closure
  • Collaborate with Project Coordinators, Project Managers, and Technical Leads
  • Provide mentoring and professional supervision to junior team members
  • Assist in project coordination from proposal to execution
  • Nurture client relationships and enhance customer engagement
  • Maintain health, safety, quality, and environmental KPIs
  • Drive a culture of innovation through multistakeholder collaboration

Benefits

  • Hybrid work model with flexibility for remote work
  • Opportunity to work on complex contaminated site projects
  • Professional development through mentorship roles
  • Collaboration within a diverse and high-performing team
  • Engagement in driving technological advancements in the field
Full Job Description
Job Description

Who are we looking for?

Our Western Canadian Contaminated Assessment and Remediation team is seeking an experienced Environmental Project Coordinator with a strong background in Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), remediation and reclamation to be based out of our Edmonton, Alberta office.

The ideal candidate will bring 3 to 7 years of field experience and be capable of scoping and executing environmental projects such as Phase 1 ESAs, Phase 2 ESAs, remediation, groundwater monitoring programs and wellsite and pipeline reclamation activities along with preparation and submission of associated reporting to the Alberta Environment and Protected Areas and the Alberta Energy Regulator. This individual will be expected to assist in project management and nurture solid client relationships, helping drive revenue growth in the region. This individual will plan, coordinate and perform site assessments with the collection of field information, analysis of environmental data, and generation of environmentally responsible solutions to meet regulatory obligations and site closure for our clientele.

Our Hybrid Work Model:

Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model involving a combination of in-office collaboration and the flexibility of working remotely. Join us in the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment. Work from home occasionally to allow convenience and enhance focus time when needed. Field work may be required periodically in this role but it is primarily office-based.

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

As part of a diverse global team, you will work on complex and rewarding contaminated site related projects in both the oil & gas industry as well as a variety of provincial and federal commercial and industrial sites and have opportunity to be at the forefront of driving technological advancements.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:
  • Contaminated Sites Investigation, Remediation Design, and extensive field work: Planning and execution of engineering and scientific solutions to bring sites to closure through assessment, remediation and/or risk assessment, that conforms to organizational and/or regulatory standards.
  • Team Collaboration - participate in a team environment working closely with other Project Coordinators, Project Managers (PMs), Project Directors (PDs) and Technical Leads as well as other Field Technicians/Scientists/Engineers to progress contaminated sites towards closure.
  • Professional Supervision: Provide effective field and office mentoring of more junior environmental practitioners' professional development. Assist with project resourcing, systems and processes to ensure timely delivery of services meeting client requirements and budgets with strong technical abilities.
  • Project Coordination: Assist PMs and Pds from proposal through to execution in accordance with our project management and quality performance metrics.This will include working on a portfolio of projects reporting to the Business Group Leader (BGL) on both federally regulated and provincially regulated projects for several clients. Note: experience working with oil & gas sites is of benefit.
  • Client & Customer Engagement (External): Nurture important client relationships and engaging with industry networks; working with PMs and PDs to ensure delivery of an enhanced client experience.
  • Health, Safety, Quality and Environment: Maintain health, safety, quality and environment key performance indicators (KPIs) and behaviors.
  • Culture of Innovation: Drive a culture of innovation by creating multistakeholder solutions that boost creativity, innovation, and collaboration across business units


What you will bring to the team:
  • Bachelor and/or master's degree in environmental science, engineering or related discipline
  • Registration with a professional designation in Alberta (e.g. P.Eng or P.Geo or P.Ag) is an asset.
  • 3 to 7 years of experience with contaminated site assessments, remediation and reclamation.
  • Working knowledge in the oil & gas industry would be considered an asset.
  • Expertise in field assessments, technical reporting and project management
  • Knowledge of provincial and federal legislation and regulatory requirements surrounding contaminated sites in Alberta
  • Mentoring skills with a desire to help the advancement of team members in their career pursuits
  • Self-motivated with strong time management and organizational ability
  • Strong communication and writing skills with a collaborative mindset
  • Valid driver's license


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.

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About GHD Group

GHD Group is a global engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting firm that provides services to clients in the water, energy, environment, property and buildings, and transportation sectors. The company was founded in 1928 and is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia. GHD has more than 10,000 employees in over 200 offices worldwide, and it operates in Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East, North America, and South America. The company's services include engineering design, project management, asset management, environmental consulting, and digital services. GHD's clients include governments, private companies, and non-profit organizations, and its projects range from small-scale local initiatives to large-scale international infrastructure projects.
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