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Sr. Environmental Engineer

Job Description

At GHD, we don't just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.

That's why we pledge to empower all of our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.

See where your commitment could take you.

Our pledge to you
Join GHD

That's the #PowerOfCommittment

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?

GHD has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Environmental Geologist/Engineer/Project Manager located in Phoenix! This position works with our Environmental Contamination, Assessment, and Remediation (CAR) business group based out of Phoenix, AZ. The team supports brownfield redevelopment projects, provides environmental services to both public and private sector clients throughout Southern California, assessing environmental impacts, completing risk assessments, and mitigating long term environmental risks through the development and monitoring of remedial systems and risk management measures.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

  • Supporting strategic pursuits, including growth in both the Private and Public Sectors
  • Provide Senior Technical Leadership in project delivery with emerging contaminants, including per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)
  • Contribute to business planning to identify opportunities to grow GHD's market share
  • Conducting environmental monitoring and environmental site assessments
  • Establishing, growing, and maintaining client relationships
  • Managing projects including budgets, project teams and timelines
  • Preparing and reviewing technical environmental reports
  • Mentor junior team members


What you will bring to the Team:

  • Working knowledge of methods and procedures for site characterization, hydrogeological analysis, and remediation of contaminants in soil, soil vapor, indoor air, and groundwater
  • Familiarity and experience with environmental rules for California Low Threat UST Case Closure Policy is a plus. Experience in related service areas will also be considered
  • Self-starter, flexible team player, willing/able to work on a wide variety of tasks
  • Strong technical writing and verbal presentation skills
  • Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
  • Strong project and client management skills
  • Strong problem solving abilities and aptitude
  • Interest in continuing professional development
  • Knowledge of the local West Coast market is preferred
  • Willingness to travel, including overnight, to project sites on the West Coast
  • 40-Hour HAZWOPER Certification is preferred


Qualifications:

  • B.S. degree or higher in geology/hydrogeology, environmental science, engineering, or related field.
  • 15 years of relevant, dynamic experience including a mix of field, data evaluation and interpretation, and technical report writing
  • Licensed PG or PE in California


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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.

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

About Us

Take on some of the world's toughest challenges - with GHD supporting 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.

Our Pledge to You
At GHD, we don't just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.

That's why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.

See where your commitment could take you.
That's the #PowerOfCommitment

Who we are
GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.
The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It's what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity's most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.

Sr. Environmental Engineer

GHD Group
Phoenix, AZ
Full Time

Published on 05/27/2025

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