Senior Environmental Project Manager
GHD

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Job Description

Join a global professional services leader! We are committed to solving the world's biggest challenges in the areas of water, environment, energy and urbanization.

Our presence in the Midwest is growing and we are looking for outstanding candidates to grow with us in this region! Our Environmental business is looking for a Senior Project Manager to support and grow GHD's environmental sector presence in our Chicago, Illinois office.

Specific responsibilities in this role will include:

• Project management and leadership of various environmental projects including maintenance of project scope, schedule, budget, and quality through the coordination of project teams and via direct client communication
• Coordination with Market Leaders, Business Group Leaders, and Key Client teams to support client accounts (contract reviews, client initiatives, and pursuit tracking)
• Identify and register for regional activities that will raise visibility regionally for GHD by way of seminars, conferences, client events, speaking opportunities, sponsorships, and charity-related events (this would include some participation in key seminars/conferences)
• Assist the Business Development Group in supporting the Key Client Relationship Managers with engagement and business development initiatives.
• Bring in and develop new clients/projects for GHD
• Participate in and lead project teams in the planning, design, and execution environmental compliance, assessment, and remedial programs
• Support existing GHD clients with the implementation of efficient and innovative solutions to address their environmental liabilities and concerns
• Identify and support business development, client expansion and proposal development activities for the Midwest Environmental business working with our regional business and market leadership
• Preparing technical proposals
• Maintain membership and participation in relevant state and/or national environmental industry groups and associations
• Mentor and provide leadership to a small group of junior environmental professionals

For success in this position, you will possess the following skills and qualifications:

• Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Environmental Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science or a related technical field
• Professional licensure (PE, PG) a plus
• 15+/- years of environmental project experience including the coordination and management of projects consisting of site investigation, remediation and monitoring and general environmental compliance
• Experience in client relationship development/management and business development with strong client relationships
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to conduct effective client presentations and written report preparation
• Ability to present technical information in a concise and professional manner
• Valid driver's license with ability and willingness to travel as needed

If you are passionate about pursuing this position, please submit your resume and cover letter via the link below.

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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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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