EIT - environment

Engineer-in-Training - Environmental

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.

Bring your curiosity and passion to the technical challenges we solve at GHD. Then see how everyone gets behind you. With commitment, there’s no idea too big, no dream too far. We strive to create opportunity for all. Giving you leading training and development programmes to accelerate your growth.  

Come and see where your career can take you and the impact your commitment can make.

Let's solve the big problems together.

We are currently looking for a Junior Environmental Scientist/Engineer to join our team in one of the following offices: Halifax, St. John’s or Frederictonoffice.

Main responsibilities

• Perform Phase I to IV Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs);
• Coordinate and conduct field activities that include sampling of groundwater, soil, soil vapour, sediment, and/or surface water;
• Perform oversight of excavation and drilling activities;
• Implement and enforce health and safety plans on construction sites;
• Supervision of the activities of site personnel as well as those of subcontractors;
• Interact with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies;
• Project task coordination and ability to oversee projects, implement field work, and report to Project Team;
• Assist with report writing and proposal development for submission to provincial and federal regulatory authorities; and,
• Support Project Teams on various environmental and industrial projects.

Training and skills

• B.Eng. in Civil or Environmental Disciplines, or B.Sc. (preferably in Environmental related field).
• 0-2 years of relevant experience.
• A comprehensive understanding and experience working on a Federal properties and/or knowledge of the FCSAP process would be a great asset.
• Ability to succeed in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments, meeting strict deadlines, and traveling to client facilities as needed.
• Excellent technical writing skills.
• Bilingual capabilities considered an asset.
• Possession of a valid driver's license and a personal vehicle.
• Autonomous, methodical, responsible, resourceful and punctual person.
• Attention to detail. Ability to analyze and synthesize.
• Available for variable hours.
• Available to coordinate or work on sites throughout the office province or outside the Province, on occasion.

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