About this role
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. 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? The Peterborough, ON office of GHD is growing our team and is looking to add an Intermediate Environmental Engineer or Scientist to our Contamination, Assessment and Remediation (CAR) team! The CAR team supports brownfield redevelopment projects, completes environmental site assessments, remediation programs, hydrogeological investigations and assessments, provides environmental services to public and private sector clients across Ontario, and develops and manages the long-term operation, maintenance, and monitoring of remedial systems and risk management measures.
Be part of the dynamic culture! Our workplace supports a hybrid model that combines in‑office collaboration with flexibility. We work together to balance project needs and individual circumstances. Working with an energetic and high-performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:
• Working with a collaborative, technically strong team that supports learning and professional growth, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:
• Preparing project-related technical documents including environmental reports, technical specifications, work plans & cost estimates, and drawings for review.
• Project management and oversight of environmental investigations and remediation activities will be required and will include site investigations, contractor management, drilling, soil sampling, well installation, groundwater sampling, excavation, contract administration, vapour sampling, etc.
• Project types will range from environmental site assessment (Phase I and Phase II), environmental monitoring, soil/groundwater management in private, public, and federal sectors including but not limited to infrastructure and property/building developments.
• Coordination and scheduling of project-related work, including working with other GHD staff, external contractors, and public entities (i.e., obtaining permits).
• Mentoring and supporting junior staff in field activities, reporting, and technical skill development, while receiving ongoing coaching in leadership and people management skills.
What you will bring to the Team:
• Relevant Bachelor of Environmental/Civil Engineering, or Environmental Science degree, or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain a Professional Engineer (P. Eng.) or Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo) designation is an asset.
• 4-10 years of experience in the environmental field. We are looking for someone who can manage projects.
• Fundamental knowledge of, or strong interest in developing skills related to, contaminated site assessment and remediation, hydrogeological investigations, contaminant migration analysis, and environmental due diligence, including Ontario regulatory frameworks such as O. Reg. 153/04 and O. Reg. 406/19.
• Must be able to manage multiple tasks while maintaining a high degree of attention to detail
• Flexible with project types and responsibilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to convey technical information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and be highly communicative.
• Ability to manage your schedule.
• Valid G-class driver's licence (a check will be conducted prior to hire).
We encourage applications from candidates who meet most, but not necessarily all, of the qualifications above. #LI-MC1 * The salary range for this position is $67,500 to 95,000K. The posted salary range represents the expected hiring range for GHD locations in its major city centres. Ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At GHD, base salary is determined by your skills, experience, qualifications and work location. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation.
* 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
* As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.