<span>Technical Director</span>

GHD • Houston, TX

417d

About The Position

The Technical Director will lead the EHS Compliance Business Group at GHD, focusing on expanding EHS compliance services in the Midwest Region. This role requires a self-motivated professional with strong technical skills, knowledge of EHS regulations, and the ability to build and mentor a high-functioning team. The position involves collaboration with various leaders within the organization, business development, and maintaining client satisfaction through effective project management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's and/or Advanced degree in Environmental Science, Chemical/Environmental Engineering, Health & Safety or relevant field of study.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in EHS compliance.
• Proven experience in managing and delivering multi-media compliance projects.
• Solid understanding of U.S. EPA regulations and OSHA standards/regulations affecting the industry.
• Experience with EHS auditing, various EHS compliance assessments, environmental permitting and compliance, and H&S written program development and implementation.
• Ability to travel for short durations, including overnight travel.
• Experience building and leading a high-functioning EHS compliance team.

Nice To Haves

• Background in air compliance and permitting requirements.
• Ability to think laterally in delivering technical solutions.
• Experience in developing efficient technical and regulatory strategies and solutions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Team Leaders, Regional Environment Market Leaders, Service Line Leaders, and Business Group Leaders to grow the EHS compliance business in the Midwest Region.
• Develop and execute business strategies and initiatives to expand EHS compliance services to new clients.
• Identify, develop, and execute strategies to capture new business with major clients, including business development and sales initiatives.
• Build and mentor a team that is engaged and driven to provide high-quality results and solutions to client projects and challenges.
• Maintain a high external profile through membership and attendance in industry organizations, continually growing the contact base.
• Maintain a high internal profile through EHS project pursuits, wins, and delivery.
• Cross-collaborate across GHD's Business Groups and Service Lines to promote seamless client delivery.
• Lead proposal development and contract negotiation to win targeted pursuits, leveraging GHD's capabilities and value proposition.
• Manage technical projects while ensuring client satisfaction and that projects are delivered safely, within scope, schedule, and budget.

Benefits

• Professional development through hands-on experience, mentorship, and training via GHD Business School.
• Welcoming culture based on core values of Teamwork, Respect, Safety, and Integrity.
• Equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Food Services and Drinking Places
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees