Technical Director - Environmental Science

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.

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.

Shape the future of environmental sustainability with GHD.

We’re looking for a dynamic and experienced Technical Director to lead complex, multidisciplinary projects and drive technical excellence across our Philippines operations. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker with deep expertise in environmental science and sustainability, and a passion for mentoring and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership
• Lead Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and sustainability initiatives.
• Provide QA/QC oversight and technical direction across project phases.
• Champion technical service lines and global collaboration initiatives.
• Project Delivery
• Act as Project Director, Manager, or Technical Lead on high-profile projects.
• Ensure delivery to scope, budget, and schedule with a focus on quality and client satisfaction.
• Business Development
• Identify and pursue new opportunities across the Philippines and other GHD regions.
• Lead proposal development for complex, multidisciplinary projects.
• Team Development
• Mentor and coach junior staff to build technical capability.
• Promote a high-performance culture and knowledge sharing.
  

What You’ll Bring

• Strong technical background in environmental science, sustainability, and EIA.
• Proven leadership in managing large-scale, complex projects.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and build trusted client relationships.
• Experience in mentoring and developing technical teams.
  
  

Ready to grow, lead, and make an impact? Click "Apply Now" and let’s connect!

This position can be based in Makati or Quezon City depending on your location preference.

About Us

Come together and make a meaningful impact.

We bring our people together to create something bigger and solve some of the world's most complex problems. Come and experience the power of commitment and see strategy and ideas come to life when you join GHD.

Let's drive real change.

Our Pledge to You

At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.

That’s why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.

See where your commitment could take you.

That’s the #PowerOfCommitment

Who We Are

GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.

The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.