Staff 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?

GHD is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Environmental Staff Scientist to join our dynamic team in one of the following offices : Irvine, San Diego, Long Beach, Sacramento, Roseville, Concord, or Santa Rosa, CA . In this Environmental Professional role, you will play a key part in supporting environmental assessments, regulatory compliance, site investigations, and sustainable project development across a diverse range of industries. The ideal candidate will bring a solid foundation in environmental science, geology, or engineering, proven field and analytical skills, and a passion for applying scientific principles to real-world environmental challenges. This position is an integral part of our contamination assessment and remediation (CAR) business group and requires a diverse array of responsibilities.

As part of our interdisciplinary team, you will contribute to impactful projects involving environmental investigation, remediation, and risk assessment, while working closely with clients, regulatory agencies, and internal stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity for a mid-level professional looking to expand their career in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. You’ll work alongside industry experts and mentors who are invested in your professional development, with access to ongoing training, leadership opportunities, and a clear path toward advancement. Strong communication skills, a proactive mindset, and a commitment to environmental stewardship are essential to succeed in this role. Whether you’re looking to deepen your technical expertise or broaden your impact across multidisciplinary projects, we offer the support and resources to help you take the next step in your environmental science career.

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 office, three days a week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment.

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

• 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.

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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.

Salary Range $67,500-$116,000 based on experience and location