JOB DESCRIPTION
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?
We are hiring for an Environmental Engineer-in-Training or Scientist to join our dynamic Contaminated Assessments & Remediation (CAR) team as a Junior Groundwater Modeller! This role can be based out of our Vancouver office. We work in several different industries including municipal, infrastructure, waste and landfills, water and wastewater, oil and gas upstream and downstream, industrial, pipelines, emergency spill response and energy & resources. This position is to start February-April.
Bring your curiosity and passion to the technical challenges we solve at GHD. Then see how everyone gets behind you.
With commitment, there’s no idea too big, no dream too far. We strive to create opportunity for all. Giving you leading training and development programmes to accelerate your growth.
Come and see where your career can take you and the impact your commitment can make.
Let’s solve the big problems together.
Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work within the North America Groundwater Modelling Team and broader CAR team that may include:
Quantitative Hydrogeologic Assessments:
- Developing and applying groundwater flow and fate/transport models to solve environmental and water resources challenges for projects located throughout North America and Globally
- Problem Solving involving literature review and research to explain unique/non-standard environmental challenges
- Data compilation, reduction, and preliminary interpretation, including water quality results, hydraulic response testing data analysis, water balance model, contaminant migration and impact assessment analysis
- Hydrogeologic Characterization, Interpretation and Evaluation
- Developing and applying groundwater flow and fate/transport models to solve environmental and water resources challenges for projects located throughout North America and Globally
- Evaluation of geochemical conditions with respect to contaminant fate in the subsurface
- Prepare modelling documentation, technical memoranda, and design reports
Broader Contaminated Assessment and Remediation Work:
- Working with intermediate and senior staff for implementing environmental investigations for Stage 1 and 2 PSIs, DSIs and Phase I and II ESAs and remediation work
- On a limited basis conducting of field investigations, including drilling (various rig types), monitoring well and soil vapor probe installation oversight; coordination of environmental monitoring (soil, sediment, groundwater, soil vapor, surface water);
- Field oversight of remediation and decommissioning contractor;
- Dealing with subcontractors, analytical set up, and health and safety program adherence
- Completing Stage I PSIs/Phase I ESAs
- Preparing permitting applications (VFPA, municipalities etc.)
- Preparation of remediation, demolition and construction tender documents, bid packages
- Assist with field scope development, scheduling, budgeting
- Assist with data compilation, reduction and interpretation, preparation of technical environmental reports for senior review and regulatory forms (NIR, NOM, SLRA, SOSC etc.)
- Maintain safety training to conduct environmental contaminated sites work
What you will bring to the team:
- Bachelor’s/Masters Degree in Environmental Engineering or Environmental Science or equivalent
- 0 to 2 years of experience in environmental consulting
- Well developed analytical skills
- Demonstrated interest in the application of numerical/analytical techniques to hydrogeologic assessments
- Knowledge of BC Contaminated Sites Regulation and associated guidance, protocols, etc. and federal guidelines is an asset
- Co-op or internship experience conducting field work (in particular complex drilling and hydrogeological setting and overseeing remediation contractors)
- Willingness to travel throughout BC to undertake field work, is required (field demands can include working long hours, working in inclement weather conditions, and lifting up to 50lbs)
- Ability to work independently
- Co-op or internship experience managing multiple tasks while maintaining a high degree of attention to detail in a consulting environment is preferred
- Must be flexible with project types and responsibilities
- Must be proficient with Microsoft Office
- Excellent English writing and verbal communication is required to effectively express technical information to multiple audiences including subcontractors, field staff, clients, colleagues, etc.
- Valid driver’s license (an MVR check will be performed prior to hire)
Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges – with everyone at GHD backing you every step of the way.
We’ll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.
See where your commitment could take you with GHD.
EEO Statement Canada: 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.
Salary Range: $64,000 – $74,000 based on experience
