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Senior Environmental Engineer

GHD Inc.

Saint Paul, MNFull-time$99–165K/yrSeen 5 days agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$99–165K/yr
Location
Saint Paul, MN
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

OSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER CertificationBachelor's degreeValid Driver's License

Job overview

GHD is seeking a Technical Director/Senior Project Manager for its Contaminated Assessment & Remediation Group in St. Paul. The role leads complex investigation and remediation projects, provides technical direction and project management, develops regulatory strategies, and builds client and regulator relationships. The position also oversees and mentors teams. Candidates should bring 10–15 years of relevant experience; Midwest environmental market knowledge and a professional designation or license are preferred.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Contaminated-Site InvestigationData AnalysisEnvironmental RemediationEnvironmental RegulationsRegulatory Work PlansRegulatory ReportingSite CharacterizationHydrogeologic AssessmentRemediation StrategiesRemedial TechnologiesRemediation-System DesignSystem Operation and MaintenanceProject ManagementClient ManagementTechnical SolutionsTeam SupervisionMentoringCritical ThinkingProblem SolvingRelationship BuildingCollaborationSelf-MotivationEnglish CommunicationEnglish WritingEnglish Verbal CommunicationBehavior-Based SafetyMidwest Environmental Market

Qualifications

10+ Years Contaminated-Site ExperienceProfessional Engineer or Geologist LicenseOSHA 40-Hour HAZWOPER CertificationValid Driver's LicenseBachelor's in Engineering or Related Applied ScienceAdvanced Degree

Benefits

401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

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Job Duties

Job Description

Technical Director/Senior Project Manager - Contaminated Assessment & Remediation

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!

Who are we looking for?

GHD has an opportunity for a Technical Director/Senior Project Manager to join our growing Contaminated Assessment & Remediation (CAR) Group based in our St. Paul, Minnesota office.

This leadership opportunity is ideal for a self-motivated environmental professional with extensive contaminated-site investigation and remediation experience, strong knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations, and established relationships with clients, prospects, and regulators.

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.

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.

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

Leading complex environmental investigation and remediation projects and delivering practical, high-quality solutions to client challenges

Providing technical direction and project management while maintaining client satisfaction and ensuring projects are delivered safely and within scope, schedule, and budget

Developing efficient technical and regulatory strategies that address clients' compliance needs and site-specific challenges

Leading proposal development and contract negotiations for targeted pursuits that demonstrate GHD's capabilities and value proposition

Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, prospects, regulators, and industry partners

Maintaining a visible external profile through participation in industry organizations and continued growth of professional networks

Strengthening GHD's internal CAR profile through project pursuits, successful wins, and consistent project delivery

Overseeing and reviewing the work of environmental professionals, providing constructive feedback, and mentoring high-performing teams

Coordinating people and resources to achieve defined outcomes within limited timeframes

What you will bring to the team:

A commitment to behavior-based safety

Extensive experience in contaminated-site investigation, data analysis, and remediation

Strong understanding of U.S. EPA requirements, state environmental regulations, and other standards affecting the environmental consulting industry

Proven experience preparing regulatory work plans and reports for investigation, remediation, and site closure

Comprehensive knowledge of site characterization methods, hydrogeologic assessment, and remediation strategies for contaminants in soil, soil vapor, indoor air, and groundwater

Understanding of multimedia remedial technologies for contaminants including VOCs, SVOCs, metals, PCBs, and PFAS

Working knowledge of remediation-system design, operation, and maintenance

Proven ability to manage and deliver multiple projects in a consulting environment while maintaining close attention to detail

Strong project and client management skills

Ability to develop practical technical and regulatory solutions that address clients' specific compliance needs and challenges

Experience supervising, directing, and mentoring environmental professionals and multidisciplinary teams

Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify and evaluate multiple solutions

Ability to establish productive working relationships with colleagues, leaders, clients, and regulators

A collaborative, self-motivated approach and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment

Interest in continuous learning and professional development

Ability to travel for short durations, including overnight travel

Knowledge of the Midwest environmental market is preferred

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in engineering, geology, environmental science, or a related applied-science discipline; an advanced degree is valued

10-15 years of experience in contaminated-site investigation and remediation

Professional designation or license, such as Professional Engineer or Professional Geologist, preferred

Current OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification

Valid driver's license

Excellent English writing and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly communicate technical information

Strong interpersonal skills and a positive, collaborative approach

Why GHD:

Take on some of the world's toughest challenges, with everyone at GHD backing you every step of the way.

We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions, and help you create a lasting impact.

See where your commitment could take you with GHD.

We offer a professional yet welcoming culture based on our core values of Teamwork, Respect, Safety, and Integrity.

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Benefits:

401K - Employees are eligible to participate on the first day of the month following 3 months of service

Paid time off - Our PTO benefit is designed to provide eligible employees with a period of rest and relaxation, sick, and personal time throughout the year. PTO starts at 16 days per year and increases with years of service

Holiday Pay - Holiday pay is provided for eligible employees. GHD observes 9 holidays per year. Holiday pay will be based on the regular set schedule for the employee

Wellness Benefit- Regular full-term employees are eligible to participate in the wellness reimbursement program. GHD will reimburse 50% of the cost of the following to maximum of $250.00 reimbursement annually for such items as: Health club membership fees, Home exercise equipment purchases, Bicycles, Race, run & marathon entrance fees, Smoking cessation programs, Weight loss programs (i.e.-Weight Watchers, Jenny Craig), Fitbits and Fitness Tracking devices

Salary: $98,753 - $164,588, may vary based on experience, qualifications, and location.

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, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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Minimum Education Required

Not Specified

Minimum Experience Required

Not Specified

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Compensation

$98,753.00 - $164,588.00 / Annually

Postal Code

55155

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

95924

Job Benefits

See job description

How this job compares

Set against the 1,528 open Environmental Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 27, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$99–165K/yr
  • Minnesota median$91–145K/yr40 salary ranges
  • US median$91–160K/yr1,088 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $132K, is 10% above the Minnesota median midpoint ($120K) — in the top quarter of Environmental Engineer salary ranges in Minnesota.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 45 open Environmental Engineer jobs in Minnesota and 1,528 across the US. 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Minnesota
Experience
This posting asks for at least 10 years of experience — more than three in four Environmental Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for (median 7 years, across 1,308 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 970 of the 1,528 open Environmental Engineer jobs (63%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 27, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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