Waste Engineer or Scientist

Description

GHD is a leading professional services company operating in the global markets of environment water energy and resources property and buildings and transportation.

Our 10000 professionals are committed to delivering sustainable outcomes that improve the physical natural and social environments of the communities we serve.

Due to our continued growth we are seeking a Junior to Intermediate Waste Engineer or Scientist with experience in waste management to join our team in Vancouver Edmonton or Calgary.

You will become part of GHDs National Waste Management Business Groupworking alongside a diverse team of professionals specializing in landfills transfer stations organics planning regulatory compliance and zero waste initiatives. Through our strong mentorship culture you will have the opportunity to build your technical project delivery and client management skills while contributing to projects across Canada.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an established and growing waste management practice and help shape sustainable solutions for communities across the country.

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

• Contribute to the design of landfills transfer stations composting facilities landfill gas systems and environmental management systems
• Contribute to the permitting regulatory compliance environmental monitoring and technical reporting for our clients waste management facilities
• Coordinate preparation of and/or prepare technical documents including draft work plans environmental and design reports design packages quantity take-offs cost estimates and specifications for internal senior peer review
• Conduct construction contract administration quality assurance construction inspections and chair construction progress meetings
• Conduct environmental field work including groundwater surface water and leachate sampling landfill gas monitoring and landfill inspections
• Responsible for project management including cost and budget control scheduling client communication and liaising and preparation and implementation of scopes of work and contract administration
• Ensure GHD Project Management Health and Safety and Quality Management Systems are adhered to during the project life cycle
• Coordinate technical resources and personnel including drafters 3D designers GIS and database technicians chemists geotechnical engineers hydrologists hydrogeologists biologists and planners to deliver our multi-disciplinary waste management projects
• Develop business with existing as well as new clients including assisting with proposal pursuits and building relationships with our federal municipal and private client base.
• Participate in liaison with regulators
• Bachelors degree in civil or environmental engineering or environmental science (other fields will be considered with relevant experience)
• 5 years of environmental consulting experience
• 3 years of waste management experience
• Excellent project management skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and technical writing abilities
• Knowledge of waste management regulatory regime including but not limited to the Environmental Management Act BC Landfill Criteria The Standards for Landfills in Alberta Hazardous Waste Regulations Contaminated Sites Regulation.
• Valid class 5 drivers license with driving record in good standing
• Willingness and ability for overnight travel and to conduct field work within and outside of regular business hours as required
• A motivated self-starter with a demonstrated ability to work independently as well as within a team environment
• Detail oriented and organized

What you bring to the team:

• Bachelors degree in civil or environmental engineering or environmental science (other fields will be considered with relevant experience)
• 5 years of environmental consulting experience
• 3 years of waste management experience
• Excellent project management skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and technical writing abilities
• Knowledge of waste management regulatory regime including but not limited to the Environmental Management Act BC Landfill Criteria The Standards for Landfills in Alberta Hazardous Waste Regulations Contaminated Sites Regulation.
• Valid class 5 drivers license with driving record in good standing
• Willingness and ability for overnight travel and to conduct field work within and outside of regular business hours as required
• A motivated self-starter with a demonstrated ability to work independently as well as within a team environment
• Detail oriented and organized

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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.

The salary range for this position is $77550 to $ posted salary range represents the expected hiring range for GHD locations in its major city centres. Ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At GHD base salary is determined by your skills experience qualifications and work location. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruiting is just getting started and may be used during the process to improve efficiency and fairness. Your application may be reviewed by both AI and our hiring team. While AI supports some steps through the process all final hiring decisions are made by humans.

Take on some of the worlds toughest challenges- with everyone at GHD backing you every step of the way. Well 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 creed religion national origin citizenship color sex sexual orientation gender identity age disability marital status or veteran status.

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Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Monthly Salary Salary: 77550 - 129250