Environmental ScientistGeoscientist

Description

Theres no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment and were committed to helping you do exactly that.

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

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.

Who are we looking for

GHD is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Environmental Staff Scientist to join our dynamic team in one of the following offices: Sacramento Roseville Concord CA. In this Environmental Professional role you will play a key part in supporting environmental assessments regulatory compliance site investigations and sustainable project development across a diverse range of industries. The ideal candidate will bring a solid foundation in environmental science geology or engineering proven field and analytical skills and a passion for applying scientific principles to real-world environmental challenges. This position is an integral part of our contamination assessment and remediation (CAR) business group and requires a diverse array of responsibilities.

As part of our interdisciplinary team you will contribute to impactful projects involving environmental investigation remediation and risk assessment while working closely with clients regulatory agencies and internal stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity for a mid-level professional looking to expand their career in a collaborative mission-driven environment. Youll work alongside industry experts and mentors who are invested in your professional development with access to ongoing training leadership opportunities and a clear path toward advancement. Strong communication skills a proactive mindset and a commitment to environmental stewardship are essential to succeed in this role. Whether youre looking to deepen your technical expertise or broaden your impact across multidisciplinary projects we offer the support and resources to help you take the next step in your environmental science career.

Our Hybrid Work Model Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in office three days a week to contribute connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

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

• Data Collection and Analysis: Collate and analyze data using preset tools methods and formats. Involves working independently.
• Personal Capability Building: Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation where relevant to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an understanding of relevant technology external regulation and industry best practices through ongoing education attending conferences and reading specialist media.
• Health Safety and Environment: Follow the organizations health safety and environment (HSE) policies procedures and mandatory instructions to identify and mitigate environmental risks and risks to the well-being of self and others in the workplace. Identify patterns of risky behavior within the team and take appropriate action to resolve them escalating serious issues as appropriate.
• Client & Customer Management (External): Manage relationships with small clients while also helping senior colleagues manage relationships with larger key clients and customers.
• Sampling and Testing: Collect a range of samples for laboratory testing and undertake testing in accordance with statutory frameworks and best practice to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Environmental Impact Assessment: Carry out environmental impact assessments delivering on assigned tasks to ensure comprehensive evaluation.
• Solutions Analysis: Interpret data and identify possible answers. Involves navigating a wide variety of processes procedures and precedents.
• Insights and Reporting: Contribute to the preparation of various data and analytics reports.
• Bid Solicitation/Request for Proposal/Tender Preparation: Gather information and resources and draft and complete standard requests for bid solicitation requests for proposal (RFP) and requests for tender (RFT) on the requester side.
• Community of Practice Management: Participate actively in a community of practice in a defined area of expertise or consulting to build own expertise.
• Environmental Risk Management: Coordinate the process of identifying assessing and mitigating environmental risks.

Education

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Geology Natural Resources Environmental Science or equivalent.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years professional experience post graduation including field sampling work
• Field work will be requires
• Ability to travel over night

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.

Salary Range $67500-$116000 based on experience and location

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Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Monthly Salary Salary: 67500 - 116000