Environmental Scientist

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?

Our office Omaha, NE is looking to bring onboard an Environmental Scientist to join our growing team to provide consulting services for a wide range of environmental projects and industries, particularly construction and railroad. Job responsibilities include managing and reviewing environmental data, collaborating to envision digital data management solutions and drive efficiency, conducting multi-media environmental compliance audits, reviewing and communicating environmental regulatory requirements, conducting Phase I/II Environmental Site Assessments, and managing and preparing environmental documents, such as Chemicals HASPs, TRI/EPCRA reports, SPCC plans, SWPPPs, and FRPs. You will join a strong, agile, and collaborative EHS team, to ensure environmental compliance and lasting positive impact in our communities. You will manage timelines and budgets, direct tasks, partner with vendors, mentor junior staff, and get to know exceptional clients.

In an ever-changing world, it requires creativity and innovation to stay ahead.

We’re seeking the curious, those who are stimulated by fresh thinking and a desire to shape our communities in new, positive ways.
As part of a truly global team, working on complex and rewarding projects, you'll be at the forefront of driving change.

See what the power of commitment can do for you.

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

•           Effectively manage short- and long-term environmental compliance projects

•           Build relationships with clients, vendors, regulatory agencies, and peers

•           Lead, prepare, and/or review environmental plans and reports

What you will bring to the team:

•           B.S. degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field

•           Five to ten years of environmental compliance experience

•           High attention to detail and strong writing skills

•           Solid understanding of U.S. environmental regulatory framework (Canada is a plus)

•           Willingness to travel up to 10% of the time

•           Railroad and/or construction industry experience

•           Additional certification such as CIH, PE, and/or CEA is a plus

•           OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER training is a plus

•           Multi-media environmental compliance auditing experience is a plus

•           Existing agency and client relationships are a plus

•           Mentoring and supervision skills are a plus

•           Commitment to regulatory compliance and client experience

•           Project coordination or management skills

•           Strong collaboration and communication skills

•           An openness to innovation

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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.