GHD · 9 hours ago
Staff Scientist
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$68K/yr - $116K/yr
3+ years expGHD is a global professional services company committed to environmental stewardship and sustainable solutions. They are seeking an Environmental Staff Scientist to support environmental assessments, regulatory compliance, and sustainable project development across various industries, while working closely with clients and regulatory agencies.
ArchitectureCivil EngineeringConstructionConsultingEnergyEnvironmental ConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringProfessional ServicesTransportationWater
Responsibilities
Data Collection and Analysis: Collate and analyze data using preset tools, methods, and formats. Involves working independently
Personal Capability Building: Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation, where relevant, to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media
Health, Safety, and Environment: Follow the organization's health, safety, and environment (HSE) policies, procedures, and mandatory instructions to identify and mitigate environmental risks and risks to the well-being of self and others in the workplace. Identify patterns of risky behavior within the team and take appropriate action to resolve them, escalating serious issues as appropriate
Client & Customer Management (External): Manage relationships with small clients while also helping senior colleagues manage relationships with larger key clients and customers
Sampling and Testing: Collect a range of samples for laboratory testing and undertake testing in accordance with statutory frameworks and best practice to ensure compliance with regulatory standards
Environmental Impact Assessment: Carry out environmental impact assessments, delivering on assigned tasks to ensure comprehensive evaluation
Solutions Analysis: Interpret data and identify possible answers. Involves navigating a wide variety of processes, procedures, and precedents
Insights and Reporting: Contribute to the preparation of various data and analytics reports
Bid Solicitation/Request for Proposal/Tender Preparation: Gather information and resources, and draft and complete standard requests for bid solicitation requests for proposal (RFP) and requests for tender (RFT) on the requester side
Community of Practice Management: Participate actively in a community of practice in a defined area of expertise or consulting to build own expertise
Environmental Risk Management: Coordinate the process of identifying, assessing, and mitigating environmental risks
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Geology, Natural Resources, Environmental Science or equivalent
Minimum 3 years professional experience post graduation including field sampling work
Field work will be required
Ability to travel overnight
Strong communication skills
Proactive mindset
Commitment to environmental stewardship
Company
GHD
Addressing the world’s biggest challenges in the areas of water, energy and communities.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.04MKey Investors
Callaghan Innovation
2021-09-08Grant· $0.01M
2020-10-07Grant· $0.03M
Leadership Team
Jim Giannopoulos
Chief Executive Officer
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