Environmental Engineer or Scientist (Field) in Edmonton

GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 12,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.

We are excited to welcome new talent to our Environmental Group as an Environmental Engineer/Scientist – Emergency Response in our Edmonton office. In this role, you'll be part of an energetic and dynamic team, working on a variety of exciting projects across North America. Your contributions will matter as you conduct scientific testing, investigative work, guide clients, and help manage projects.

What you will bring to the team:

• Emergency Spill Response: Required to be available 24/7 to assist with providing on-site professional services for emergency spill response for clients in Canada West and across Canada. Spills may include train derailments, pipeline releases, trucking accidents, chemical spills, etc. Assist in preparing emergency response plans, participate in emergency exercises, and provision of training to clients.
• Field Work: Participate in emergency spill response projects. Responsible for contractor oversight tasks including containment/confinement of spills, drilling, monitoring well installation, soil excavation, product removal, stream rehabilitation, site restoration, etc. Conduct water level monitoring, groundwater sampling, surface water sampling, and soil sampling.
• Report Writing: Assist with preparation of proposals, work plans, reports, and regulatory submissions on behalf of clients. Create progress updates and draft reports to be reviewed by supervisor or project manager. Process, analyze, and present data for review by project manager.

Desired Mindset:

• Eager to invest time and energy into exciting projects in return for accelerated career growth and development.
• Volunteer for opportunities to participate and learn as much as possible predominantly through project-based learning.
• Open to travel and outdoor work in remote areas.

What you will bring to the team:

• Bachelor of Science or Engineering (Environmental, Civil, Geological, Chemical or equivalent).
• 2 - 3 years of experience required including field-related experience.
• Flexible work schedule, ability to work weekends, holidays and nights when required.
• Previous experience working in a consulting environment would be an asset.
• Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle.
• High level of attention to detail, analytical skills along with time management skills to meet deadlines.
• Field work will require working long hours, working in inclement weather conditions, and lifting up to 50 lbs, when required.
• This position will be roughly 70% field and 30% office, with the option to work from home in our hybrid model.

Our 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.

Salary range will be determined by skills, experience and location.

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.