Senior Environmental Scientist

About the role

GHD’s Contaminated Assessment & Remediation (CAR) team is seeking an experienced environmental professional to support site assessment, remediation, and environmental risk management projects across Chicago, Houston, Detroit, St. Paul, and Golden.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with clients, regulators, and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate field investigations, deliver environmental site assessments, and manage small- to mid-scale projects.
• Apply technical expertise, sound judgment, and a collaborative approach to help manage environmental risk, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver practical, sustainable outcomes for the communities we serve.
• Conduct and review ASTM-compliant Phase I ESAs and Limited EHS compliance assessments.
• Cook up and deliver ESA projects, maintaining accuracy and adherence to project timelines. Includes regular travel with required overnight stays.
• Analyze specific problems and issues to find the best solutions. Solutions could be technical or professional in nature.
• Deliver small- or medium-scale projects while working within an established program management plan.
• Prepare and coordinate the completion of various data and analytics reports.
• Oversee the environmental risk management processes, ensuring the organization's operations have minimal detrimental impact on the environment.
• Gather information and resources, draft and complete proposals, and fulfill all process requirements (in terms of deadlines, documentation, etc.) in response to bid solicitations, request for proposal, and request for tender to create the best chance of being awarded the contract.
• Participate in and contribute to a community of practice in a defined area of expertise or consulting to build own capability and develop innovative practice among colleagues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering, or related field.
• Professional certification (EIT, PE, PG, CHMM, etc.) is a plus.
• Hands-on experience conducting Phase I ESAs at industrial sites (e.g., manufacturing, warehousing, logistics, chemical processing, or heavy commercial operations).
• Strong understanding of the ASTM E1527‑21 Standard.
• Knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations (RCRA, CERCLA, UST programs, etc.).
• Excellent technical writing and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel with overnight stays.

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.

Pay

$83,160.00 - $138,600.00 based on experience and location.

Schedule

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 the office three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.