Intermediate Environmental Engineer/Geoscientist

Overview / Responsibilities

Wood is currently seeking an Intermediate Environmental Engineer/Geoscientist as an addition to the Environmental Site Assessment Services team in Ottawa, Ontario. We offer an excellent remuneration package with benefits, extensive safety training, and opportunities for diverse experiences and professional development.

The successful candidate will possess detailed knowledge and experience associated with Phased Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs), Excess Soil Management and Remediation and associated technical skills as well as knowledge of applicable federal guidelines and provincial regulations.  Demonstrated experience in the fields of physical hydrogeology, water resources engineering or geochemistry are an asset.  Excellent verbal and written communication skills and attention to detail are essential. 

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Management/coordination, technical support and writing of Phase I and II ESAs, Baseline ESAs, monitoring programs, peer reviews and remediation projects;
• Support of transactional due diligence projects and portfolios including technically demanding projects with multidisciplinary teams and tight timelines;
• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of existing and emerging environmental regulatory requirements and best practices;
• Delivery of high-quality environmental services to agreed budgets and deadlines;
• Proposal preparation and support;
• Oversight and mentoring of more junior staff; and,
• Liaison with clients, regulators and subcontractors.

Skills / Qualifications

• University Degree in a related field such as environmental science, geology, hydrogeology, or Environmental Engineering and designation as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) or Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo.);
• Five or more years of direct, related experience;
• Must have or be qualified for Federal reliability status.
• You are passionate about personal and professional growth, working collaboratively to meet and exceed client expectations, and develop innovative solutions.
• Ability to manage the demands of multiple concurrent projects and challenging deadlines;
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team;
• Experience with PFAS investigations a significant asset.
• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel are essential. Experience with other data management software an asset.
• Ability to plan and deliver high quality reports, have strong technical writing skills and can present information concisely and clearly.
• Understanding of budget management, report preparation, and client relationship management.
• Working knowledge with Ontario Regulation 153/04, as amended, O.Reg. 406, and O.Reg. 903.
• Flexibility to travel periodically. Possess a valid Ontario G (or higher) License.

• Strong English communication skills essential.

• Strong French communication and experience in Quebec regulatory environment a significant asset.

Wood offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health & dental benefits and paid time off as well as WSIB coverage for all of our employees

Company Overview

Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world’s most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement (EEO)

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.