Environmental Project Manager

Job Description

Overview

The Environment division of AtkinsRealis is a rapidly growing full-service consulting firm that is committed to technical excellence and exceptional service to our clients.  Our growing organization is seeking like-minded individuals to join our team.

Individuals who join our team can expect to work closely with senior technical experts and professionals in a wide variety of fields, collaborating across regions and groups to provide the high-quality technical solutions that our clients expect, while receiving unparalleled mentorship and long-term career growth opportunities. The work environment is dynamic and flexible, offering a strong emphasis on health and safety, continuous training, and competitive compensation and benefits.

We have one of the most experienced environmental and geosciences engineering consulting teams in Canada and we are seeking an Environmental Project Manager to join our Fort St. John team.  This position is office/hybrid/or remote work based, focused on projects locally in Northeast BC, while providing support across Canada and internationally where needed.

This is a 37.5 hour base.

Your role

The position includes primarily office-based type tasks, with field site visits/audits as required. The responsibilities of the Environmental Project Manager position may include the following:

• Characterize environmental aspects of site based on interpretation of data collected during site investigation, sampling and analysis (for example, contaminants, their concentration and general extent).
• Determine the need and scope for sampling program, including environmental indicators, chemicals of concern, and sampling constraints.
• Develop environmental sampling protocols, the frequency and timing of sampling, optimum locations for continuous or discrete sampling, data capture systems, and parameter list for analysis.
• Assess the accuracy and precision of analytical results by applying good practice guidance or established QA/QC methods.
• Interpret analytical data to identify trends, significant changes from historical patterns, deviations, or evidence of environmental stresses, etc.
• Ensure site assessment is completed properly and that action plans are developed and implemented to satisfactorily achieve the desired outcomes.
• Prepare site assessment report(s) to meet regulatory and other requirements, identifying potential risk and scope of further action by appropriate stakeholders, if necessary.
• Communicate results of site assessment to stakeholders such as property owners, responsible party, regulators, the public, etc. via a public consultation or other appropriate communication process.
• Set and maintain project schedules and budgets, including project financial forecasting; makes decisions with respect to overall technical execution of the project; liaise with technical specialists or other senior project managers to ensure the technical integrity of the project.
• Provide technical expertise for contaminated site investigation and remediation programs.
• Interprets findings and preparation and/or review of technical reports.
• Supervision and mentorship of junior professional staff involved in carrying out field programs, ensuring project requirements are communicated and health and safety protocols are adhered to.
• Actively promote Health and Safety programs and culture.
• Active in business development activities and maintaining client relationships.
• Participates in the preparation of proposals and cost estimates.
• Participates in short and long range planning.

About you

• Diploma or Degree from a program with relevant subject matter.
• Field Of Study: Engineering, Geology, Agrology, Biology or Environmental Sciences.
• Work Experience: 8 to 10 years with 4+ years of Project Management.
• Experience with the interpretation of provincial and federal environmental regulations, with a strong understanding of the BC Contaminated Sites Regulations.
• Experience with various potential contaminants of concerns; sulfolane experience will be considered an asset.
• Minimum of 8 years of environmental consulting experience with 4+ years of progressive experience encompassing project planning, coordinating and project management with emphasis in the areas of contaminated site assessment and remediation.
• Capable of understanding and appropriately applying prescribed safety and technical protocols
• Demonstrated technical skills in field activities related to Stage I and II Environmental Site Assessments (ESA), including groundwater monitoring and sampling techniques, various drilling techniques, soil sample collection and logging, soil vapour sampling, remedial excavations, spill response and quality assurance/quality control protocols.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment, including working with colleagues in different geographic regions.
• Self-motivated, high energy, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage time and multiple projects appropriately.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in the English language.
• Candidates much have the ability to acquire professional designation within two years of employment if not currently registered.
• Candidates must possess a Valid Class 5 Full driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Expected compensation for this role is between $85,280 - $117,260 annually. Base salaries are determined according to several parameters like skills, experience, and potential impact on the role. Internal and external competitiveness are also taken into account in our offers.

This is a 37.5 hour work week.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.

Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.

And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

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