Natural Resources Technical Director

Job Description

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?

Our Mid-Continent Environmental business is looking for a Natural Resources Technical Director with 10+ years of experience to join their EHS Compliance team in Louisiana! In this role, you will assist with current client development, new business development, generate technical proposals and reports.

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!

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.

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

• Establishing and developing strategic long-term relationships with current clients, new clients and prospective teaming partners to deliver private or public sector projects
• Providing technical guidance to clients and internal project teams
• Project Management ensuring projects are delivered safely and within scope, schedule, and budget
• Lead projects with key regulatory agencies:
  • USACE Section 404 (wetlands), Section 408 (civil works), Section 7 (T&E species);
  • U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) - Endangered Species Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Act, etc
  • LDNR OCM - Louisiana Coastal Zone Permitting
  • State Historic Preservation Offices
  • Coastal Protection and Regulatory Authority

What you will bring to the team:

• Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Environmental Studies, Natural Resources, Water Resources, Soil Science, Environmental Science, Civil or Environmental Biology, Ecology or related field
• A minimum of 15 years of professional environmental experience (i.e., stream, wetland, and environmental surveys, sampling, permitting, etc.)
• Certification as a Professional Wetland Scientist (PWS) or Wetland Professional in Training (WPIT) through the Society of Wetland Scientists preferred
• Familiarity with local, state and federal environmental regulations and permitting requirements
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work both within a team and independently
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize projects and tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Able and willing to travel as needed

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.

EEO Statement US: 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.

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About Us

Why GHD?

Being the best we can be is in our culture.

We are a family of smart, innovative and creative problem solvers. In our employee-owned company, everything feels like it matters more. Challenge us and help us come up with new solutions to ensure water, energy and urbanisation are made sustainable for generations to come.

More about Life and Work @GHD

Our commitment to you

Commitment is a powerful word that defines how we do business, how we serve our clients and how we care for one another. We will support your needs by giving you the tools to do your best work and then recognise achievements. We will set your curiosity free to allow brilliant minds to do their best work. We will invest in new ideas, removing barriers where we can. Finally, we will encourage you to collaborate with thousands of diverse people across our global business.

Our Commitment to you

Who we are

We are committed to solving the world's biggest challenges in the areas of water, energy and urbanisation. GHD is a global professional services company that is a leader in engineering, construction and architectural expertise. Established in 1928, we remain wholly owned by our people. We are 10,000+ diverse and skilled individuals, yet we are proudly 'One GHD' across more than 200 offices, spanning five continents - Asia, Australia, Europe, North and South America, and the Pacific region. Delivering extraordinary social and economic outcomes, we are passionate about building lasting relationships with our partners and clients.

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