Civil/Environmental Engineer

GHD

. Design and plan solid waste management projects, including landfills, stormwater systems, anaerobic digestion, and compost systems .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $65,000 - $108,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in solid waste management project design and planning, including landfills and stormwater systems, while effectively managing client relationships and regulatory compliance. Proficient in engineering inspections, data analysis, and project management within the consulting engineering domain.

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Solid Waste Management Project DesignClient Relationship DevelopmentEngineering InspectionsRegulatory ReportingPE Registration

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Hard Skills

Project Specifications DevelopmentCost EstimationData AnalysisEngineering Drawing DevelopmentField Construction Monitoring

Soft Skills

Training StaffClient CommunicationProblem Identification

Tools & Technologies

Knowledge Management SystemsContract Management Plans

Certifications & Qualifications

PE RegistrationOSHA 40hr HAZWOPER Training

Industry Keywords

Solid Waste ManagementAnaerobic DigestionCompost SystemsStormwater SystemsConsulting Engineering

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and plan solid waste management projects, including landfills, stormwater systems, anaerobic digestion, and compost systems
Develop and review project specifications
Lead client conversations and support client relationship development
Train staff or serve as a field construction monitor
Prepare regulatory reports and permitting documentation
Develop cost estimates
Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers under established contract management plans
Identify and address process, system, and procedural shortcomings
Support engineering standards and specifications development and evaluation
Support knowledge management systems
Conduct engineering inspections and recommend remedial works
Collect and analyze data using established tools and methods
Oversee engineering drawing development
Participate in project management, research, training, professional development, and ongoing education

Requirements

What you’ll need

A college engineering degree is required
PE registration or ability to obtain PE within 2 years
Minimum of two years of consulting engineer experience
Ability and willingness to travel, including some overnights, as needed
Valid driver’s license
Ability to conduct site visits and inspections over potentially rugged terrain
OSHA 40hr HAZWOPER training a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

401K - Employees are eligible to participate on the first day of the month following 3 months of service
Paid time off – PTO starts at 16 days per year and increases with years of service
Holiday pay for eligible employees; GHD observes 9 holidays per year
Wellness reimbursement program: 50% reimbursement up to $250 annually for eligible items including health club memberships, home exercise equipment, bicycles, race/run/marathon entrance fees, smoking cessation programs, weight loss programs, Fitbits, and fitness tracking devices
Hybrid work model with in-office collaboration and flexibility