Technical Director – Emergency Preparedness

Technical Director - Emergency Preparedness

Are you ready to lead a dynamic team of Emergency Response/Preparedness and environmental professionals in tackling some of the most pressing challenges facing our environment today?

About the role

We are looking for a Technical Director at GHD, based in the US East Region. As a Technical Director, you will mentor and guide the team, collaborate closely with clients and agencies, and take the reins in environmental emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and guide the team in environmental emergencies and client relationship management.
• 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 thought leadership and innovative practices within a defined area of expertise.
• Manage data collection and analysis activities.
• Develop and write highly visible materials.
• Manage environmental impact assessments.
• Manage environmental risk management activities.
• Lead the development and implementation of strategy for a significant area of responsibility.
• Ensure adherence to HSE policies, procedures, and mandatory instructions.
• Evaluate and develop staff capabilities.
• 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 major projects.
• Respond to call outs and requests for technical assistance.

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 other 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 that 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

• 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.

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Leadership and mentoring skills.
• Project management skills.
• Emergency response and preparedness expertise.
• Data analysis and reporting skills.
• Regulatory compliance knowledge.
• Team management and collaboration skills.
• Client relationship management skills.

Benefits

• 401K - Eligible on the first day of the month following 3 months of service.
• Paid time off – PTO starts at 16 days per year and increases with years of service.
• Holiday Pay - Holiday pay is provided for eligible employees.
• Wellness Benefit - Reimbursement for health club memberships, home exercise equipment, bicycles, race/run/marathon entrance fees, smoking cessation programs, weight loss programs, fitbits, and fitness tracking devices.

Pay

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

Schedule

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer.