GHD Group

Environmental Staff Scientist

GHD Group • $66K — $115K *
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405In-Person
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Geology, Natural Resources, Environmental Science, or equivalent
  • 3-5+ years of experience in environmental project management, investigation, and remediation
  • Willingness to perform field work and travel overnight
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Familiarity with Washington State's environmental regulations, specifically the Model Toxics Control Act
  • Strong organizational skills and self-motivation
  • OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER certification is required

Responsibilities

  • Implement field work plans effectively
  • Prepare Health and Safety Plans for projects
  • Manage drilling bid preparation and subcontractor procurement
  • Coordinate field work activities and planning
  • Oversee subcontractor operations during subsurface tasks
  • Collect soil and water samples for analysis
  • Utilize the Unified Soil Classification System for soil logging

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on complex and rewarding environmental projects
  • Part of a global team driving innovative environmental solutions
  • Engagement in community shaping through environmental practices
  • Focus on professional growth and creative problem solving
Full Job Description
Job Description

Who are we looking for?

GHD is looking for a Staff Scientist/Geologist/Engineer to join our team in San Luis Obispo, CA or Guadalupe, CA. As a staff level Environmental Professional you will have the opportunity to perform project coordination tasks for petroleum hydrocarbon site assessment and remediation projects. This position is an integral part of our contamination assessment and remediation (CAR) business group and requires a diverse array of responsibilities.

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

We're seeking the curious, 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.

Primary responsibilities include supporting project managers with the following activities:
  • Field implementation of work plans
  • Health and Safety Plan preparation
  • Drilling bid preparation and subcontractor procurement
  • Field work planning and coordination
  • Oversight of subcontractors during utility locates, borehole clearance, subsurface exploratory drilling, excavating, groundwater monitoring, waste removal, etc.
  • Collecting soil, groundwater, vapor, and surface water samples
  • Soil logging using the Unified Soil Classification System
  • Oversight of installation of permanent and temporary monitoring well and soil vapor probe construction
  • Problem resolution due to unexpected field conditions
  • Support clients during emergency response projects
  • Prepare budgets and schedules
  • Assist with report writing to document field activities and investigation findings

Requirements:
  • 4 year Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Geology, Natural Resources, Environmental Science or equivalent.
  • 3-5+ years of related experience including the management, investigation, remediation and monitoring of environmental projects
  • Ability to perform field work and travel overnight
  • Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook
  • Understanding of the Washington State Department of Ecology Model Toxics Control Act for site cleanups.
  • Must be self motivated, organized, hard working, and have strong written and technical skills
  • Commitment to safety utilizing a behavior based safety (BBS) culture in all aspects of the job
  • OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER certification
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

Salary Range: $ 66,000 - $115,000 based on experience.

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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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Size
10,000 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
* Ladders Estimates

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