Technical Director – Emergency Preparedness

Job Description

About the role

We are looking for a Technical Director - Emergency Preparedness to join our team based in the US East Region. As a Technical Director at GHD, you will not only mentor and guide the team but also take the reins in environmental emergencies, collaborating closely with clients and agencies to ensure effective response and resolution.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and guide the team in emergency response and preparedness
• Collaborate with clients and agencies to ensure effective response and resolution
• Lead environmental sampling and monitoring programs
• Spearhead regional visibility initiatives
• Manage key client and customer relationships
• Contribute to a strategic area of a community of practice
• Manage a segment of the organization's data collection and analysis activities
• Develop and write materials for highly visible audiences
• Manage environmental impact assessments
• Manage environmental risk management within a function
• Ensure adherence to HSE policies, procedures, and instructions
• Evaluate staff capabilities and implement development activities
• Manage and report on performance within the department or area of responsibility
• Develop policies, procedures, and guidelines for an important area of responsibility
• Manage and implement strategies for a significant area of responsibility
• Manage and fulfill complex bid solicitations, request for proposal, and request for tender
• Secure permissions and consents for development sites
• Develop innovative solutions by integrating and analyzing complex information sources

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science or a related field
• 7+ years of experience in one or more of the following: Environmental emergency response and preparedness, Environmental site assessments and remediation
• 7+ years of Project Management Experience
• Track record of revenue growth through Business Development activities
• Effective communication with technical professionals, clients, and regulatory officials
• Positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills, team player, and leader
• Strong mentorship and coaching skills to assist with development of junior staff
• Strong delegation skills to ensure emergency projects are staffed and managed appropriately
• Willingness to travel up to 60% of the time (mostly local, some regional)
• On-call 24/7/365 and respond to call outs and requests for technical assistance during non-routine working hours
• Strong organizational skills to assist with day-to-day operations of the business and organize logistically complex responses/projects
• Experience with emergency preparedness, air monitoring, environmental assessment/sampling, ICS, SCAT, regulatory compliance (PHMSA, EPA, DOT)
• Experience with railroad, pipeline, and oil & gas related emergencies

Qualifications

• Passionate about environmental stewardship and problem-solving
• Experience with digital technology and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) services
• Knowledge of construction/ construction management services
• Experience with crisis communication and community engagement
• Experience with litigation support

Skills

• Project Management
• Emergency Preparedness
• Environmental Site Assessments
• Business Development
• Client Relationship Management
• Data Collection and Analysis
• Document Preparation
• Environmental Impact Assessment
• Environmental Risk Management
• Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE)
• Organizational Capability Building
• Performance Management
• Policies and Procedures Development
• Project Management
• Request for Bid Solicitation/Proposal/Tender Response
• Secure Permissions and Consents
• Solutions Analysis

Benefits

• 401K
• Paid time off
• Holiday Pay
• Wellness Benefit

Pay

$136,000-$238,000 based on experience and location.

Schedule

Asynchronous, with occasional on-call responsibilities.