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GHD is focused on creating lasting community benefit. Our connected global network of 12,000 people delivers projects with high standards of safety, quality, and ethics. Committed to sustainable development, GHD improves the physical, natural, and social environments of the many communities in which we operate.\nPrivate ownership means that together with our clients we control our own destiny. You now have the opportunity to share in this future as a key member of our team.\nDue to continued growth, GHD is currently seeking a Graduate Environmental Engineer/Scientist (Hydrogeology) with strong academic or work background studying groundwater flow systems. This position will be out of our Waterloo Office. Our workplace uses a hybrid model that combines in-office collaboration with flexibility. For this role, we anticipate regular in-office work in Waterloo, generally three days per week, along with field work and remote work where appropriate based on project needs\nThis is an excellent opportunity to start a career in environmental consulting and professional services. You will work face to face with a group of industry-leading geoscientists and engineers supporting a diverse range of projects in hydrogeology, land development, and contaminated site assessment in our state-of-the-art Waterloo Office. A strong set of organizational skills and exceptional attention to details are key behaviours that allow our people to deliver high-quality analyses to our clients. Excellent writing and presentation skills are required to effectively express technical information.\nThe successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in earth/environmental sciences or engineering. A Master’s Degree in earth/environmental sciences or hydrogeology would be considered an asset.\nWe offer a professional working environment and culture and believe that work / life integration is essential to the success and happiness of our people. We also offer competitive salary packages based on qualifications, skills and experience, as well as the opportunity for direct ownership in a privately held, quality driven and client focused company.\nAs a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.\nResponsibilities:\nOffice Work and Report Writing\nData compilation, interpretation, and analysis of hydrogeological field and analytical data for technical and environmental reports \nAssist in the preparation of data tables, stratigraphic logs, and figures, as required\nContribute to the preparation of draft technical memos, reports, and deliverables including but not limited to environmental investigation summary reports, remedial design, design project specifications, annual monitoring reports, operations support, design reports, detailed design, and permitting\nAssisting Project Managers with proposal writing \nInterpret engineering drawings/plans \nField Work\nConduct soil sampling, groundwater sampling, and surface water sampling\nResponsible for construction oversight tasks including drilling, monitoring well installation, excavation, or other construction projects \nMay also be involved with well development, single well response testing, or other field activities\nTravel to various sites throughout southern Ontario will be required. \nAdhere to GHD and client’s safety requirements\nLiaise with subcontractors, client representatives, and/or agencies, as required \nProject Coordination\nAssisting Project Managers with the development of work plans, change orders, sampling plans, and health and safety plans associated with environmental investigations\nAssist in the coordination of technical resources and personnel including drafting, database, chemistry, and staff throughout project duration\nAssist with contract administration, as required\nAssist with tracking budgets and preparing invoices, as required\nSkills, Competencies & Qualifications:\nDegree in Geology, Earth Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sciences, or equivalent from a recognized post-secondary institution \nMaster’s degree in earth/environmental sciences or hydrogeology would be considered an asset\n0-2 years of relevant experience. Previous experience working in environmental consulting or relevant co-ops/internship experience would be considered an asset \nEducation sufficient to support a future P.Eng. or P.Geo. designation\nAbility to perform field tasks, including working in inclement weather conditions in remote areas \nExcellent time management, organization, and problem-solving skills \nSelf-motivated, able to manage multiple tasks, and meet challenging deadlines \nStrong written and verbal communication skills \nCooperate and collaborate with other staff, subcontractors, clients, and other stakeholders\nIntermediate knowledge of MS Office is required\nValid G class driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle preferred.\nSalary: Waterloo: Engineering Graduates $67,500.- | Scientist Graduates: $62,000\nThe 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\nThis position is for an existing vacancy\nAs a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employerdedicated to building an equitableand inclusive workplace . 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